Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Community Experiences Grant (ARPA) Funder: Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities (ACBDD), funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant from Ohio Department of Developmental…
Community Grants Program Funder: Developmental Pathways Inc (Aurora, CO) Status: Actively accepting applications Geographic Scope: Douglas County, Arapahoe County, and the City of Aurora, Colorado…
Conference Support for Rare Neurodevelopmental Disorder Communities Participating in Simons Searchlight - Tier 1 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Simons Foundation Inc. Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last…
Overview _NOTE: Membership reviews take 2-3 weeks once a completed application is received (including all required documents and payment). Be sure to take this timeline in to consideration if you…
Creative Impact Scholarship Award Amount: $2,500 Program Focus: For artists shaping inclusive communities through creativity. This scholarship provides funding for North Pole Studio programming fees,…
Overview _NOTE: This award is highly competitive and need-based. A Letter of Intent is not required in order to apply._ Funding Opportunities for Sanfilippo Research Interested in Applying for…
Overview Funding Opportunities for Sanfilippo Research Interested in Applying for Funding to Research Sanfilippo Syndrome? Are you a researcher who is interested in collaborating with and/or applying…
David and Jacquie Clark Family Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: David And Jacquie Clark Family Fund Last Updated: September 11, 2025 Summary The David and Jacquie Clark Family Fund, established in…
David Aycock Loy Grants Funder: Outer Banks Community Foundation (established 2013) Purpose: Support charitable organizations serving children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or…
David B. Lichtenstein Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: David B. Lichtenstein Foundation Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The David B. Lichtenstein Foundation, a private philanthropic…
Denver Foundation: The Lowe Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Denver Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Lowe Fund Grant, established by the Lowe…
Department of Developmental Services Social Recreation Grant Status: Completed (June 2023 - April 2024) Geographic Scope: California (thirteen YMCAs participated) Focus Areas: - Enhanced…
DFRC Grant Program Funder: DFRC INC (Delaware Foundation for Reaching Children, Inc.) Overview: Each year, DFRC distributes funding to nonprofit organizations and agencies across the state of…
DHS Community Outreach Grant Funder: Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Award Amount: $99,965 Geographic Scope: Wisconsin Focus Areas: - Increase knowledge of and access to COVID-19…
DHS Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services Grant Funder: Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Award Amount: $191,000 Geographic Scope: Wisconsin Focus Areas: - Expand Inclusive Health…
Downright Lovable Grant Funder: Open Hearts for Orphans Inc (FL, US) Program Status: Active Overview: Special adoption grant specifically for families adopting children with Down syndrome. Target…
DREAM Partnership Scholarship Program Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania Focus Areas: Provides scholarships to support students with intellectual disabilities pursuing postsecondary education…
DREAMS Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Entrada Therapeutics Inc Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary Overview DREAMS Grant Program DREAMS For Duchenne Launched in 2023,…
Emerging Scholars Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Uab Educational Foundation Amount: US $30,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Emerging Scholars Award, offered by the Civitan…
Employers Working with Persons with Developmental Disabilities Grant Program Funder: Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC), promoted by Ohio Council of Retail Merchants Purpose: Provides…