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Source review: Oct 14, 2026

Not confirmed or subject to limits

  • Funeral service restrictions and possible estate recovery apply; $2,200 is a different limit from the $1,000 state contribution.
  • A current deadline was not confirmed; check with the organization before applying.
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Financial assistanceProgramState program · WV

State of West Virginia

West Virginia Burial Assistance

State contribution of up to $1,000 toward funeral services for eligible people without sufficient resources.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

The responsible adult or funeral home submits DFA-BU-1 to the county office; burial or cremation must not have occurred more than 30 days before application.

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    The responsible adult or funeral home submits DFA-BU-1 to the county office; burial or cremation must not have occurred more than 30 days before application.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

WV; the organization confirms the service area and applicable requirements.

  • WV

What it offers

State contribution of up to $1,000 toward funeral services for eligible people without sufficient resources.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Generally deceased West Virginia residents with insufficient resources and income; responsible relatives are also assessed.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Sources & verification

Verification status
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Source review
Oct 14, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 14, 2026
Last updated
Oct 14, 2026

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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