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Circle of Giving Grant

The Ability Experience

Foundation Semi-annual Grants for Disabled

Funding Amount

Up to 25% of chapter fundraising total

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Twice a year
Tracked since
April 2026

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Geography

  • Award consideration based on: chapter fundraising total, number of members participating in national Ability Experience events, and interaction with local volunteer relationship

Other requirements

  • Chapter must fundraise at least $25 per member or $2,500 (whichever is less) during the semester
  • Chapter must have an active volunteer relationship with a local organization that serves people with disabilities

Overview

A grant opportunity for Pi Kappa Phi chapters to financially impact local organizations serving people with disabilities.

Eligibility:

  • Chapter must fundraise at least $25 per member or $2,500 (whichever is less) during the semester
  • Chapter must have an active volunteer relationship with a local organization that serves people with disabilities
  • Award consideration based on: chapter fundraising total, number of members participating in national Ability Experience events, and interaction with local volunteer relationship

Award Details:

  • Grants awarded for up to 25% of chapter's fundraising total for that semester
  • Not all chapters guaranteed to receive a grant
  • Awarded in the form of a check to the chapter and volunteer relationship organization
  • Notified at end of each semester of award status

Geographic Scope: United States (Pi Kappa Phi chapters nationwide)

Focus Areas: Supporting local organizations that serve people with disabilities through chapter partnerships

How to Apply

Application Process

  1. Chapters must meet eligibility requirements
  2. Submit fundraising documentation and proof of active volunteer relationship
  3. Notification provided at end of semester of award decision
  4. If selected, The Ability Experience notifies chapter and volunteer organization of award amount

Required Documentation:

  • Proof of fundraising ($25 per man or $2,500 minimum)
  • Documentation of active volunteer relationship with local disability-serving organization

Application Submission: Email inquiries to The Ability Experience chapter services team

What The Ability Experience actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
32
Total given
$277K
Median grant
$7,000
Range
$5,268–$19K
  • By dollars: Texas 10%, Arizona 10%, Alabama 9%. Top recipient cities: Phoenix, AZ; Jacksons Gap, AL; Empire, CO.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • Best Buddies of Arizona · Phoenix, AZ

    To promote the inclusivity of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities…

    $19K

  • Camp Ascca · Jacksons Gap, AL

    To help eligible individuals with disabilities and/or health impairments achieve…

    $15K

  • Rocky Mountain Village Camp · Empire, CO

    To create a place where every child and adult, regardless of ability, can experience…

    $15K

  • Life HAS No Boundries · West Lafayetee, IN

    To foster independence as well as friendships in addition to improve the quality of…

    $14K

  • Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp · Rush, NY

    To provide summer camp services where children and adults with diabilities can have…

    $14K

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Disabled

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