Grants for Disabled

Grants for people with disabilities fund accessibility improvements, assistive technology, employment programs, independent living services, and organizations that serve the disability community. Major funding comes from the Administration for Community Living, Department of Education, and foundations dedicated to disability rights and inclusion.

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METROPOLITAN REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Emergency Relief Fund Funder: Metropolitan Regional Arts Council (MRAC) Geographic Scope: Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, or Washington counties in Minnesota Funding Amount: $500…

RAEDI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Emerging Entrepreneur Loan Program (EELP) Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), administered by Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. (RAEDI) Overview: The…

PEN AMERICAN CENTER INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emerging Voices Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: PEN America Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: January 21, 2026 Summary The Emerging Voices Fellowship offers a five-month virtual mentorship for…

Around $4,000
Youth Collaboratory Inc · May 1, 2026 Foundation

Emma Carey Groh Trust Purpose: Provides grants to group homes, orphanages, and homeless shelters for programs that specifically benefit children, including children with disabilities Geographic…

EMPIRE HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _Note: Application Deadline: No later than 90 days before a planned event or convening_  Community Sponsorships Strengthening communities through connection and learning. Events, trainings…

Up to US $2,000
GLOBAL DOWN SYNDROME FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Employment Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Global Down Syndrome Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Global Down Syndrome Foundation offers Employment…

Up to US $20,000
THE HANGER CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Empowerment Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Hanger Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: May 23, 2025 Summary The Hanger Foundation's Empowerment Grants aim to positively…

Empty Bowls of Naples Inc · June 4, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Empty Bowls Naples Inc. Grant Program Funder: Empty Bowls Naples Inc (EBNI), Naples, FL Mission: Eliminate hunger in our communities ONE BOWL at a time Program Established: 2017 Geographic Scope:…

US $50,000 - US $200,000
THE ENCANTADO FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Encantado Foundation Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Encantado Sandia Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The Encantado Foundation Impact Grant…

ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ENF Community Investments Program - Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elks National Foundation Inc Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The ENF Community…

Up to $500 per person per calendar year ($250 per grant, max 2 grants per year)
DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF WISCONSIN · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Enrichment Grant Program Funder: Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin (DSAW) Website: dsaw.org/enrichment-grant/ Overview The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin Enrichment Grant Program…

THE EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWESTERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Epilepsy Foundation of Northwest Ohio Scholarship Vision: The scholarship is awarded to a student who demonstrates courage in living with epilepsy, a strong commitment to their education, and…

Up to $125
Illinois Spina Bifida Association · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Equipment Fund Geographic Scope: Illinois residents only Purpose: Assists families with out-of-pocket costs for orthotic or other mobility equipment Eligible Expenses: - Orthotic equipment - Mobility…

BONFILS-STANTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Equity-Focused Leadership Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: August 03, 2025 Summary The Equity-Focused Leadership Grant by the…

European Society for Evolutionary Biology · Rolling / Open Foundation

ESEB under-represented ECR achievement award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: European Society for Evolutionary Biology Amount: Up to €2,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The ESEB…

FRIENDS OF THE MARYLAND STATE LIBRARY FOR THE BLIND & PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Estelle B. Williamson Braille Literacy Award Funder: Friends of the Maryland State Library for the Blind & Physically Handicapped Overview: Established in 1996 in honor of Estelle B. Williamson, a…

CHARGE SYNDROME FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ethan Wolfe Recreational Assistance Program (EWRAP) Funder: CHARGE Syndrome Foundation Purpose: Provide financial assistance to enable individuals with CHARGE syndrome to participate in recreational…

MCKENZIE MEMORIAL FUND EVA L TUA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Eva L. McKenzie Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eva L. McKenzie Memorial Fund Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Eva L. McKenzie Memorial Fund Grant…

Frequently Asked Questions

What federal agencies fund disability programs?
The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is the primary funder for disability and aging services. The Department of Education funds vocational rehabilitation and special education. HHS funds disability research and services. The Department of Labor supports disability employment programs through the Office of Disability Employment Policy.
Are there grants for disability-owned businesses?
Yes. Service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs) qualify for government contract set-asides and specific grant programs. The SBA and state agencies offer programs for entrepreneurs with disabilities. Foundations like the National Organization on Disability and various corporate programs also fund disability entrepreneurship.
Can individuals with disabilities get grants?
Many grants target organizations rather than individuals, but some programs provide direct assistance — including assistive technology grants, home modification funding, education scholarships, and vocational training grants. State vocational rehabilitation agencies are often the best starting point for individual disability grants.

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