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Highly Rural Transportation Grants (HRTG)

Programs & services

Listed on the organization's official site (va.gov), checked Aug 21, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.

  • Highly Rural Transportation Grants (HRTG) programVeterans living in a highly rural area who may be able to get free rides to and from VA-authorized health appointments.
  • Free rides to VA-authorized health appointmentsEligible Veterans in rural counties in listed states can schedule free rides through transportation providers on this page.

Eligibility (general guidance)

Open to North Dakota veterans with qualifying service; eligibility depends on service history, discharge status, and in some cases disability rating or income. Confirm specific requirements on the official site or with an accredited Veterans Service Officer.

How to apply

Summarized from the program's official site (va.gov), checked Aug 21, 2026. Always confirm details with the program.

  1. Select North Dakota on the HRTG page.
  2. Check whether your county is listed under North Dakota.
  3. Call North Dakota VA to schedule a free ride if you live in one of the listed counties.
  4. Schedule a ride to and from your VA-authorized health appointment.

What to expect

The page says Veterans in highly rural areas may be able to get free rides to and from VA-authorized health appointments through the HRTG program.

Contact

Next step

See every North Dakota program for this need, how they fit together, and what to try first.

Read the North Dakota guide

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Source: VA.gov, the official U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website. Details can change; confirm directly with the program.

View source page (www.va.gov/HEALTHBENEFITS/vtp/highly_rural_transportation_grants.asp)

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