Grants for Disabled

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 893 active grants for disabled in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 12 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 432 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 893; from 654 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $2,500–$40K
Total listed funding: $82.6M; across 432 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 45; 40 with a published date

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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
Kreider Alliance Educational Scholarship Program Kreider Services Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · $500 – $1K Applicants must meet ALL of the following:	~March	$500 – $1K
Larry Young & Friends Charities Scholarship Village of Progress Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K This scholarship is made possible through a joint effort between The Larry Young & Friends Charities and The Village of Progress Foundation.	~March	$1K
Larry Young & Friends Charities Scholarship Village of Progress Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K	~March	$1K
Believe in Me Scholarship Program Believe in ME · Foundation ~March · $3K – $10K Applicants must meet ALL of the following criteria: Applicants must belong to at least one of the following categories:	~March	$3K – $10K
Cacciatore Family Scholarship Village of Progress Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · $1K This scholarship is made possible through the generosity of the Cacciatore Family, long-time supporters of the Village of Progress. The scholarship honors Pete Cacciatore, who was an enthusiastic supporter of the Village.	~March	$1K
Jim Boyce Memorial Scholarship (JBMS) Accessibility Professionals Association · Foundation ~March · Varies This memorial scholarship honors Jim Boyce and former APA members and supporters who made a lasting impact in accessibility compliance.	~March	Varies
Play-4-All Grant Wood County Plays Inc · Foundation ~May · Up to $10K Wood County Plays has established the Play-4-All Grant in partnership with local schools to fund inclusive play equipment. The grant aims to ensure that no child is hindered by their ability level when playing with their peers.	~May	Up to $10K
Empty Bowls Naples Inc. Grant Program Empty Bowls of Naples Inc · Foundation ~June · Varies	~June	Varies
Leveraging Network Infrastructure to Conduct Innovative Research for Women, Children, Pregnant and Lactating Women, and Persons with Disabilities (UG3/UH3 - Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Nov 15, 2027 · Up to $6.3M The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to leverage NICHD clinical research Network infrastructure relevant to infants, children, women, pregnant and lactating women, and persons with disabilities to conduct innovative…	Nov 15, 2027	Up to $6.3M
Emergency Mental Health Micro Grants Indiespace Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The Emergency Mental Health Micro Grants, offered by the Indie Theater Fund NYC, provide $500 to NYC-based indie theater artists for mental health expenses such as therapy and medication.	Not published	$500
California-Hawaii Elks Major Project, Inc. Grant California-Hawaii Elks Association · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The California-Hawaii Elks Major Project, Inc. offers an Undergraduate Scholarship Program specifically designed for students with disabilities.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Navy Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Respite Care Child Care Aware of America · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides respite care services to Navy families caring for children with special needs. The program gives parents the opportunity to rest and rejuvenate with peace of mind, knowing their children will be well cared for.	Not published	Varies
Grantee to Host the Disability Hub RFP (MN) Minnesota Department of Human Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $3.7M The Minnesota Department of Human Services is seeking proposals for a single-provider model to deliver Disability Hub services, enhancing efficiency and service quality for individuals with disabilities.	Not published	Up to $3.7M
Toledo Rotary Club Foundation The Oswald Supporting Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Central Minnesota Arts Board- Arts Access Grant Central Minnesota Arts Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Central Minnesota Arts Board (CMAB) offers the Arts Access Grant to enhance access to arts for underserved audiences in Region 7W.	Not published	Up to $5K
Vision Through Music Financial Grants Children's Eye Foundation The Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K The Children's Eye Foundation of AAPOS runs Vision Through Music, which provides financial grants to blind or partially sighted music students to help them access and enjoy music.	Rolling	Up to $1K
Kids Fund Grant The Kids Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Kids Fund Grant is a charitable initiative dedicated to supporting disadvantaged children and youth in Dane County.	Not published	Up to $5K
Jordan Fund Grant The Jordan Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jordan Fund, established by John & Kelly Olerud in 2003, is dedicated to supporting children with special needs and their families.	Not published	Varies
CHEA Scholarships for Students with Disabilities Benevolent & Protective Order Elks 1108 · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K	Not published	$1K – $3K
Berks County Tennis Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Berks County Tennis Fund Grant aims to promote the sport of tennis in Berks County by supporting community programs that enhance accessibility and participation.	Not published	Varies
Operation Round Up Grants Clay Electric Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $15K The Clay Electric Foundation (FL) awards Operation Round Up grants to nonprofits in its North Florida service area on a recurring cycle, funded by members' rounded-up electric bills; monthly recipient lists show individual awards from…	Not published	$2K – $15K
Grants to Spinal Cord Injury Survivors Travis Roy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K Award Examples (from 2007-2008 distributions): The foundation was established in 1997 after Travis Roy, a Boston University freshman hockey player, suffered a spinal cord injury 11 seconds into his first collegiate game in 1995.	Not published	$1K – $10K
AWS Foundation Accessible Communities Fund Grant Noble County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The AWS Foundation Accessible Communities Fund Grant supports inclusive programs for individuals with disabilities in Noble County.	Not published	Up to $10K
Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle: WAVForce Incentives Project Grant District of Columbia Department of For-Hire Vehicles · Foundation Not published · Varies The WAVForce Incentives Project aims to enhance the availability of wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs) in Washington, D.C., by incentivizing drivers and fostering partnerships within the for-hire industry.	Not published	Varies

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About 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for disabled award?

Of the 893 grants for disabled Grantable lists as of October 5, 2026, 432 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $2,500 and $40K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for disabled?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are The National Federation of the Blind (17), Christopher Reeve Foundation (7), Filling the Gap Inc (7), Berks County Community Foundation Inc (6), and Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (6). In all, 654 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for disabled due?

Of 893 grants listed, 45 accept applications on a rolling basis, 40 have a published upcoming deadline, 158 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 650 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 53% fall in October–December.

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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