Veteran Benefits Center
Burial & Memorial Benefits
Burial in a national cemetery, allowances, memorial items, and military funeral honors for eligible Veterans.
National Cemetery Burial
Burial in a VA national cemetery at no cost to the family.
Official: VA.govVerified 2025-01-15View details
Burial Allowance
Partial reimbursement for burial, funeral, and transportation costs.
Official: VA.govVerified 2025-01-15View details
Headstones, Markers & Medallions
Government-furnished headstones, markers, and bronze medallions.
Official: VA.govVerified 2025-01-15View details
Burial Flag
United States flag to drape the casket or accompany the urn.
Official: VA.govVerified 2025-01-15View details
Presidential Memorial Certificate
Engraved paper certificate signed by the President to honor deceased Veterans.
Official: VA.govVerified 2025-01-15View details
Military Funeral Honors
Playing of Taps and folding/presenting of the U.S. flag by a uniformed detail.
Official: VA.govVerified 2025-01-15View details
Educational Resource — Not Affiliated with the VA
ISHOT Military Academy is an independent educational platform and is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense, or any U.S. Military Branch. Benefit information is provided for educational purposes only. Eligibility requirements, payment amounts, and program rules may change. Always verify current information through the official U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website (VA.gov) before making decisions.