Program Overview
​Kitsap County is proud of its citizens who have served our country. The county is dedicated to providing information and assistance to our veterans who are residents, especially those in need. ​The Kitsap County Veterans Fund (VF) works in coordination with the Veterans Advisory Board (VAB) to host events, provide information to available resources and services, and create opportunities to get involved and support local Veterans and their families in need.

Program Guidance
Policies and Procedures Manual for Assisting Veterans in Need

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Veterans Assistance Fund
​Kitsap County Department of Human Services administers the VF (formally known as the Soldiers and Sailors or Relief Fund); the money comes from a small portion of property taxes and is dedicated to providing assistance to veterans and their families in need. If you need assistance, please select a link below to get started. Learn more about the types of assistance available through the VF by visiting Kitsap Community Resources, our community partner who works directly with veteran fund applicants.


Are you a veteran in crisis or concerned about one?

​Dial 9-8-8 then press 1 to connect with the national Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs specifically trained and experienced in helping Veterans of all ages and circumstances. Many of the responders are Veterans themselves. 

Connect by Text at 838255

Online chat is also available at www.veteranscrisisline.net

The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that’s available to anyone, even if you’re not registered with VA or enrolled in VA health care. 

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Call 888-910-0416 to connect to the Kitsap Need Help Now crisis line 24/7/365 to get help for you or someone else and connect to local resources including mobile outreach teams. 

To learn more about the issue of Veteran suicide as well as VA mental health resources, please visit www.mentalhealth.va.gov

Additional suicide prevention information and resources can be found by visiting Kitsap County's Suicide Prevention page.

News & Events

Kitsap County veterans, active-duty, or family of service members looking for help with filing for VA benefits can get in-person assistance with the claims process in Bremerton on Monday, January 19 and Silverdale on Monday, January 26. Benefit counselors will meet with individuals on a first-come, first-served basis. View or print the in-person assistance date flyer.

*Bremerton: Monday, January 19, 2026, at Olympic College 1600 Chester Ave., building 11, room 100, 8:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

*Silverdale: Monday, January 26, 2026, at 9177 Ridgetop Blvd. NW., 9 a.m. to noon.

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The Unforgotten: Run to Tahoma - Saturday, May 23, 2026. The annual celebration of life ceremony starts at 10 a.m. at the Kitsap County Administration building, 619 Division St., Port Orchard traveling to the Tahoma National Cemetary in Kent, WA. Visit the event page to learn more and print the flyer.

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Veterans Administration disability claims assistance  

Are you looking for assistance with filing a claim for disability compensation through the Veterans Administration? For questions about filing a disability claim please call the VA's Benefits Hotline 800-827-1000 or visit How To File A VA Disability Claim | Veterans Affairs. Use the VA Appointment Scheduler to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment.

To request local assistance with filing a disability compensation claim, schedule an appointment with a Veteran Service Officer by calling one of the following offices that is most convenient to you, view or print list of contacts.

Are you still on Active Duty? Within 180 - 90 days of your discharge date and want to file a "BDD" disability claim? View or print list of contacts to learn more about qualifications to file a claim under this special program.

Need help?
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Main Line: 360.337.5750

Department Reception (Public Works Bldg.): 360.337.4604

Kitsap1 is your first call for all other County services and questions. 

Call 360.337.5777 or email 

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Need in-person assistance?

Kitsap Veteran Resource Center, Olympic College, Building 11, Room 104. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Schedule an appointment here: Kitsap Veteran Resource Center Appointment or call 360.337.4811 or 360.227.9093. All veterans welcome.


Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 239 

190 Dora Ave, Bremerton. Tuesdays from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call 360.337.4811 or 360.227.9093 for an appointment.


American Legion Post 149

4922 Kitsap Way, Bremerton. Thursdays from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call 360.337.4811 or 360.227.9093 for an appointment.

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Looking for support for an aging or disabled veteran?

Kitsap County's Aging & Long-Term Care (ALTC) provides services for older or disabled adults, their families, and caregivers residing in Kitsap County. Call 1.800.562.6418, email: seniorinfo@kitsap.gov or visit the ALTC website to learn more.

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Questions about the Veterans Fund, established to support veterans in need? Contact Steve Corcoran, Veterans Fund Program Coordinator via email at scorcoran@kitsap.gov, call 360.337.4811 or 360.227.9093 for immediate assistance.

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