Mercyhealth Autism Support Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mercyhealth Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: July 29, 2025 Summary The Mercyhealth Autism Support Fund provides crucial financial…
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.
MetroWest- Human Services Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for MetroWest Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: July 12, 2025 Summary The MetroWest Human Services Grant Program,…
Michael J. Bryant Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wayne County Community Foundation (PA) Amount: Up to US $12,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2025 Summary The Michael J. Bryant Memorial…
Michele Ferris Family Scholarship for Adaptive Equipment & Devices Program Type: Scholarship/assistance for adaptive equipment and devices Geographic Scope: Pocono Mountains region (implied)…
Michigan Elks Major Project Purpose: To assist special needs children in Michigan with obtaining necessary treatment and support. Geographic Scope: Michigan Eligibility: - Special needs children in…
Microgrant Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Celebrate EDU Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary The Microgrant Program offers funding up to $500 for businesses located in…
Overview _Note: We acknowledge both identity first and person first framing of disability identity. When we use the phrase “disabled artists,” we intend to align with the Social Model of Disability…
Mighty Money Mini Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: WindSwell Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The Mighty Money Mini Grant from the AWS Foundation aims to…
Milbank Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Milbank Foundation Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Milbank Foundation, established in 1995, focuses on integrating people with disabilities…
Minnesota Microgrant Partnership Funder: The Arc Minnesota Geographic Scope: Minnesota Focus Areas: - Competitive employment - Accessible housing - Community inclusion Eligibility: - Adults receiving…
Minnesota Training and Information for Parents of Students with Disabilities – FY26 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Education Amount: Up to US $440,000 Last Updated: May 06, 2025…
Minnesota Veterans 4 Veterans Trust Fund Grant Funder: Minnesota Veterans 4 Veterans Trust Fund Geographic Scope: Minnesota Website: mnv4v.org Mission Minnesota Veterans 4 Veterans Trust Fund is…
Minority Business Funding Program Status: Future program (pilot expected to launch within the next 12 months as of page publication) Overview: NIVF will provide seed funding for an annual cohort of…
Mobility Equipment Program Funder: Variety – the Children's Charity of Iowa Geographic Scope: Iowa statewide Program Overview Variety helps children living with special needs gain mobility,…
Mobility is Freedom Vehicle Grant Program Organization: Wounded Warriors Family Support Inc Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: Vehicle grants for combat-wounded Purple Heart veterans…
Mobility Matters Program - Wheelchair Accessible Van Assistance Organization: ALS Ride For Life, Inc. Location: Stony Brook, NY 11794-8231 Phone: (631) 444-1292 Email: marilyn@alsrideforlife.org…
Monocacy Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Monocacy Foundation Inc. Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Monocacy Foundation Grant provides essential funding to support Frederick…
Montana Disabled Veteran Assistance Program (MDV) Status: Active assistance program Geographic Scope: Montana (statewide) Focus Areas: Property tax relief for disabled veterans Program Description…
Montgomery Family Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shiawassee Community Foundation Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Montgomery Family Fund Grant, honoring the legacy of biology teacher…
More Than You Think Scholarships Overview: Scholarships established by OCCK, Inc. in commemoration of their 50th anniversary in 2020 to recognize and honor students with disabilities in North Central…
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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