Application Information
Let's Find Your Path to a Safe Place to Call Home
Operation Finally Home is here to provide support and guidance in your journey to a more comfortable life after service. Get started today by answering a few questions, totally commitment-free.
You've already done the hard part.
You served. You sacrificed. What comes next shouldn't be a challenge. The information below is here to help you understand your options.
Who We Serve
Built for those who gave everything
Our programs are open to veterans, first responders, and surviving spouses. In every case, we look for a service-connected disability or financial hardship and a housing need that can't be met without help.
Veterans
We serve veterans of all eras with service-connected injuries, illness, or disability. You need a documented, service-connected condition and demonstrated financial need.
Surviving Spouses
If you lost your spouse or partner in service to this country, we haven't forgotten what they gave — or what you've carried since. Widows and widowers of service members are eligible for both of our programs.
First Responders
Front line first responders—Law Enforcement, Firefighters, and Emergency Medical Technicians/Paramedics—who are injured in the line of duty are eligible to apply for support.
Our Programs
Our Two Main Support Options
Read below for more information about our two main programs.
Mortgage-Free Homes
We partner with local builders, donors, and the local community to build custom, accessible homes for qualifying recipients' mortgage-free.
- Not currently in bankruptcy
- No felony convictions
- Service-connected injury or disability
- Honorable military discharge or honorable under general conditions discharge
- Demonstrated financial need
Home Modifications
If you own the home you live in but need to make it safer and more accessible, we can help. Our team works with local contractors to modify your home at no cost to you.
- Home must be owner-occupied and in your name
- Current on mortgage and property taxes
- Service-connected injury or disability
- Honorable military discharge or honorable under general conditions discharge
- Demonstrated financial need and no felony convictions
After You Apply
What to Expect Next
We know waiting is hard, especially when you're navigating injury, grief, or financial stress. Here's what happens after you submit your application, so nothing comes as a surprise.
Application Review
Every application is reviewed personally by our team — not an algorithm. We look at the full picture of your situation, not just a checklist. It is important that all provided documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
Follow-Up
A case manager will be in touch with a status update on your application.
Build or Modification Begins
Once approved and confirmed, we coordinate with our builder and contractor partners to begin.
Important: Applying does not guarantee assistance. Demand for our programs is high, and we are honest about that. But every application is reviewed personally.