The Disabled Patriot Fund is an Illinois 501(c)(3) non-profit volunteer organization

Assistance Requirements

Located in Palos Heights, IL

Disabled Patriot Fund Assistance Requirements

Veterans must meet all the requirements listed below to receive assistance from the Disabled Patriot Fund



  • Served in the United States Military
  • Discharged under Honorable Conditions
  • Primary residence must be in Illinois or is currently being seen at an Illinois Veteran's Administration facility
  • Sustained injuries while serving in a Department of Defense designated Combat Zone/Hostile fire area
  • Needed assistance is a direct cause of injuries sustained in a Department of Defense designated Combat Zone/Hostile fire area
  • Assistance requested pertaining to PTSD and/or TBI injuries must include a letter from the Physician stating cause and effect - and continuous care

These are the basic requirements; the board will still need to review situation as a whole and then determine if assistance will be granted.


If you feel you meet our eligibility requirements and are in need of emergency assistance, please email us at assistance@disabledpatriotfund.org with a brief synopsis of your situation and we email you our application.

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