Functions
- Operate 10 statewide service offices: Belgrade, Billings, Butte, Great Falls, Havre, Helena, Kalispell, Lewistown, Miles City, and Missoula.
- Prepare and file benefit claims for veterans and their families.
- Represent veterans and their families in the claims and appeals process of the Federal Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Provide regularly scheduled veterans outreach services throughout the state.
- Advise veterans and their families on veterans benefits, and assist in obtaining legal and medical documentation to support claims.
- Obtain military service records and awards.
- Coordinate assistance with other veterans service organizations and government agencies.
- Educate, advise and assist the general public and government agencies on veterans affairs and issues.
- Administer, operate and maintain State Veterans Cemeteries in accordance with the National Cemetary Administration's National Shrine Standards.
- Receive donations for State Veterans Cemeteries.
- Represent the State of Montana as a member of the National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs.
