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Free Veteran Service
The Mendry Copay Relief Fund helps eligible veterans cover the cost of visits to two-hat providers in the Mendry network. State-licensed medical cannabis evaluation visits typically operate cash-pay, outside insurance coverage. The Fund exists to remove that financial barrier — so that cost is not the reason a veteran who needs this care doesn’t get it.
Grants from the Fund are paid directly to the Mendry-network provider, not to the veteran. This structure keeps Mendry outside the clinical billing relationship and protects the integrity of the grant program. Eligibility is based on financial need and veteran status. Approval does not require a commitment to medical cannabis use, a specific clinical pathway, or clinical information that Mendry should not be holding. Read more about Mendry or learn how the Fund is sustained on our Sponsors page.
Veterans apply through a simple online form. The application asks for basic eligibility information — veteran status, financial situation establishing need, and the Mendry-network provider the veteran intends to see. Applications are reviewed against published eligibility criteria. Approval timelines are short. Grant funds are paid directly to the provider after the visit is confirmed.
You choose your own Mendry-verified provider. The Fund never steers veterans to specific clinics or clinicians.
Veterans arrive at clinical appointments better prepared. Providers are equipped to document safety and function clearly within both VA and state-law frameworks.
Grant funds are paid directly to the Mendry-network provider — never to the veteran — protecting the integrity of the program.
Approval requires no commitment to cannabis use and no clinical information beyond what is necessary to confirm provider eligibility.
The Copay Relief Fund operates on an annual funding cycle. Assistance is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible veterans who meet program requirements. Once the annual allocation is fully committed, the program closes until the next cycle. Program status is updated on the Mendry website and applicants are notified promptly if funding is exhausted. Veterans are encouraged to apply as early in the program year as possible and before scheduling non-emergency visits.
Apply Before Your Visit
Complete the application below before scheduling your appointment to confirm funding availability. You will need proof of veteran status, basic financial information establishing need, and the name of the Mendry-network provider you intend to see. Most applications are reviewed within 5–10 business days.
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If approved, Mendry issues a grant confirmation valid for 60 days. This represents our commitment to cover your upcoming visit cost with the verified Mendry-network provider named in your application. Grant status is tracked through our secure portal.
Attend your visit with the Mendry-verified provider within your grant validity period. Do not pay the provider out-of-pocket before confirming with Mendry. The grant is structured as a direct payment from Mendry to the provider after your visit is confirmed.
Upload your visit confirmation and provider invoice within 30 days of your visit date. If confirmed, Mendry pays the provider directly upon receipt of the itemized invoice. Every grant payment is documented and reported in Mendry’s 501(c)(3) financial filings.
Veteran status (U.S. military veterans; authorized family caregivers in limited circumstances). Intent to see a verified Mendry-network provider. Demonstrated financial need assessed through our confidential application. Specific income thresholds and need criteria are published on the application page and reviewed periodically. Veterans whose situation falls just above published thresholds but who face exceptional circumstances may include those circumstances in the application.
For your application, submit one of the following as proof of veteran status: DD Form 214, VA Health Benefits card, Veterans Health Identification Card (VHIC), state-issued veteran driver’s license or ID, or VA benefits award letter. Provide basic financial information to establish need and identify the Mendry-network provider you intend to visit.
After your visit, upload the provider’s itemized invoice showing the visit cost and your name. All documents must be submitted as PDF, JPG, or PNG, maximum 10 MB per file. Documents are encrypted and used only for grant administration.
Mendry is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We are not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or any federal or state government agency. We do not determine VA eligibility, coverage decisions, or benefits. All content on this page is informational only.
While Mendry is not a HIPAA-covered entity, we take your privacy seriously. We do not collect clinical information through this application. Your name, veteran status documentation, and financial information are used strictly to verify eligibility and process the grant. We will never sell personal data or share your information for any purpose beyond program administration.
Emergency & Crisis Resources
Yes, subject to annual program caps and funding availability. Caps are published on the application page and reviewed each program year.
Contact us as soon as possible. We can extend your grant confirmation or reissue it for a rescheduled appointment, subject to funding availability.
No. Approval does not require any commitment to a specific clinical outcome, treatment modality, or product. The grant covers a visit. What you and your provider discuss during that visit is between you and your clinician.
Program availability is updated on the Mendry website. We notify applicants promptly if funding is committed for the current cycle. Apply early in the program year for the best chance of approval.
Search the Mendry provider directory for verified clinicians in your state. Telehealth visits are eligible in states where the provider is licensed and telehealth is permitted under state cannabis law.
Application Review: 5–10 business days · Verification: Veteran status & provider confirmation · Needs Assessment: Financial need & program eligibility · Decision: Email notification · If Approved: Grant confirmation issued, valid 60 days · After Visit: Submit provider invoice within 30 days for direct payment.
The Copay Relief Fund is sustained through donations from individuals, sponsor contributions, and partnerships with veteran-serving nonprofits. Every dollar donated to the Fund is tracked and reported openly in Mendry’s 501(c)(3) annual financial filings. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by law. To support the Fund or learn about sponsorship, visit our Sponsors page or read more about Mendry.
Apply or Ask a Question
Email: support@mendry.org
Mail: Mendry, Inc. · 18801 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Suite 1020 · Lutz, FL 33548
Program Status: Check current funding availability at mendry.org. We update program status as funding cycles change.
Disclaimer: Mendry is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense, or any federal or state agency. Mendry does not employ healthcare professionals or place individuals in employment. All providers listed in the Mendry directory are independent licensed professionals operating their own practices. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. Grant eligibility is determined by Mendry in accordance with published criteria. Mendry is not a HIPAA-covered entity and does not collect Protected Health Information through this application. Cannabis is a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law. Emergency: 911 | Veterans Crisis Line: 988 (Press 1) | Text 838255.
