Grants for Disabled

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 893 active grants for disabled in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state 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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Tribal Adaptive Student-Athlete of the Year Scholarships Eves Fund for Native American Health Initiatives · Foundation Not published · Varies In partnership with the Tribal Adaptive Organization and the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, Eve's Fund awards scholarships to recognize exceptional Tribal student-athletes who have achieved distinction in adaptive sports.	Not published	Varies
Strengthening Self-Advocacy in Virginia Virginia Board for People with Disabilities · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Encantado Foundation Impact Grant The Encantado Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K The Encantado Foundation Impact Grant aims to enhance the development of hire-ready candidates in STEM fields across Northern and Central New Mexico.	Not published	$50K – $200K
Disability Determination Services Department of Labor · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Mighty Money Mini Grants AWS Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Mighty Money Mini Grant from the AWS Foundation aims to empower individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities in Northeast Indiana.	Not published	Up to $5K
Otto Bremer Community Responsive Fund Grant Northland Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $75K This is an invitation-only grant opportunity and applications will be accepted by invitation only up to the deadline indicated above for Full Proposal.	Not published	$10K – $75K
NBCUniversal Tony Coelho Media Scholarship American Association of People with Disabilities · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K AAPD scholarship (supported by NBCUniversal) for undergraduate and graduate students with disabilities pursuing communications, media, or entertainment careers, to increase disability representation in media.	Not published	Up to $6K
Dorothy E. Ann Fund (D.E.A.F.) Scholarship Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Dorothy E. Ann Fund (D.E.A.F.) Scholarship, managed by The Columbus Foundation, aims to support students who are deaf or hard of hearing.	Not published	$10K
Independent Living Tax Credit Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies Enables Maryland residents who have renovated a property in order to make a home more accessible to apply for state income tax credit.	Not published	Varies
Milbank Foundation Grant The Milbank Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Milbank Foundation, established in 1995, focuses on integrating people with disabilities into society.	Not published	Varies
John and Maradee Potter Scholarship Grant Community Foundation for SW Washington · Foundation Not published · Varies We weave the work of communities, connecting and uplifting passionate people, critical resources and transformational ideas.	Not published	Varies
Assistive Technology (AT) Grants Rural Technology Fund · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Assistive Technology (AT) Grants support Rural Technology Education and Assistive Technology projects, providing funding for essential equipment to enhance accessibility for students with disabilities.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Girls in Motion Grant Fund Red Lodge Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant fund created through collaboration of local community members, sponsors, and the film event "Pretty Faces" to support girls pursuing outdoor activities and athletic passions.	Not published	Varies
Adult Paid Internship Grant New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $138K The Adult Paid Internship program aims to provide paid internship opportunities to individuals with disabilities aged 18 and older, starting from October 1, 2025, until September 30, 2026.	Not published	Up to $138K
Korum for Kids Foundation Grant Korum for Kids Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Korum for Kids Foundation Grant supports initiatives that enhance the lives of children, families, and communities in the South Puget Sound area.	Not published	Varies
Accessibility Grants Huntington County Community Fdtn Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program supporting accessibility projects in Huntington County.	Not published	Varies
Roots & Branches Foundation Grant Rose Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 2007, Rose Community Foundation has brought together diverse, talented and community-minded Jewish young adults to learn and give together and make a difference in the Greater Denver community.	Not published	Varies
Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund U.S. Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo · Federal Forecast · $3K – $9K The U.S. Embassy has provided small grants to local organizations for more than 20 years. These grants provide the capability to achieve targeted, small-scale goals that may not be included in larger foreign assistance programs.	Forecast	$3K – $9K
Burch Family Special Needs Fund United Cerebral Palsy of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide direct aid for medical, therapeutic, technological, or other specialized needs for children of multiple birth (twins, triplets, etc.) with disabilities.	Not published	Varies
Professional Speakers Benefit Fund (PSBF) Grant National Speakers Association Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Professional Speakers Benefit Fund (PSBF) Grant, offered by the National Speakers Association Foundation, supports professional speakers in need due to various hardships such as disability or financial difficulties.	Not published	Varies
Mardag Foundation Grants Mardag Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To create the capacity our staff needs to operationalize these changes, the Foundation will implement transitional grant rounds in 2025.	Not published	Varies
Arthur O. and Clara M. Schlegel Memorial Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Arthur O. and Clara M. Schlegel Memorial Fund of Berks County Community Foundation helps defray the costs of treating/correcting physical differences in children residing in Berks County, PA who are without parents or whose parents…	Rolling	Varies
AIE  Arts for Lifelong Learning Mini-Grants Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The AIE Arts for Lifelong Learning Mini-Grants program, managed by the Arkansas Arts Council, provides funding to support quality arts experiences for adults of all abilities.	Not published	Up to $2K
Marian Treger Fellowship for Enduring Creativity Grant Virginia Center for the Creative Arts · Foundation Not published · $400 The Marian Treger Fellowship for Enduring Creativity, offered by the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts, supports women artists in mid-life and beyond, whose creative journeys may have faced obstacles due to chronic health issues or…	Not published	$400

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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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