The Oklahoma War Veterans Commission recognized the need for a program to provide financial aid to veterans, their wives, widows and children who are experiencing an emergency. Such emergencies must be due to an interruption or loss of job and income resulting from illness, injury or a disaster such as loss of home due to fire, flood or storm. Unemployment not resulting from the above cannot be considered a reason for granting emergency funds. These funds are designed for one-time emergency aid and not as a recurring source of income.
Proof of service is required.
Other than death cases, a recent medical statement showing the veterans inability to work is required for payment of financial aid. No medical statement is required for emergencies involving disasters such as fire, flood or storm damage to a home. We request a statement from the investigating agency concerning disaster claims. Application will be completed by a Post Service Officer according to instructions and forwarded to the Muskogee Claims Office for adjudication. Application should be accompanied by a copy of the veterans' discharge which will remain as a permanent record.