Grants for Disabled

Last updated October 6, 2026

Grantable tracks 888 active grants for disabled in its free grants database, drawn from 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: 888; from 652 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $2,500–$40K
Total listed funding: $82.6M; across 432 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 45; 35 with a published date

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Mobility Equipment Program Variety - the Children's Charity of Iowa · Foundation Rolling · Varies Variety helps children living with special needs gain mobility, confidence, and freedom by providing personalized mobility equipment.	Rolling	Varies
Bellows Fund (UCPA) United Cerebral Palsy of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide funding assistance to individuals with disabilities through interest earned from UCPA (United Cerebral Palsy Association) Bellows Fund.	Not published	Varies
Community Fund Ohio - Nonprofit Grant Community Fund Management Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Community Fund Ohio grant program provides financial support to individuals with disabilities living in Ohio and to nonprofit organizations serving this community.	Not published	Up to $25K
Title VII Funds, Chapter 1, Subchapter B – Centers for Independent Living (CILs) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) · State Not published · Varies Title VII Funds, Chapter 1, Subchapter B – Centers for Independent Living (CILs) is an independent living program for people with disabilities	Not published	Varies
HealthWell Foundation - Alagille Syndrome Vitamins and Supplements Fund Alagille Syndrome Alliance · Foundation Rolling · Varies Assist eligible people living with Alagille Syndrome with the full or partial cost-shares associated with vitamins and supplements.	Rolling	Varies
CRISPR/Cas9 Technology Research Grant - UT Southwestern Medical Center The Parent Project for Muscular Dystrophy Research Inc · Foundation Not published · $250K This grant is part of PPMD's Gene Transfer Initiative, which supports early-stage, innovative research at critical moments in a therapy's development.	Not published	$250K
Tennessee Housing Trust Fund Competitive Grants (TN) Tennessee Housing Development Agency · Foundation Not published · $200K – $600K The Tennessee Housing Trust Fund Competitive Grants support the development and preservation of rental housing for low- and very-low income households, including the elderly and special needs populations.	Not published	$200K – $600K
Leah M. Sundheimer Foundation Grant Wells Fargo Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $15K The Leah M. Sundheimer Foundation Grant, established in memory of Ms. Sundheimer, supports the education, health, and rehabilitation of handicapped individuals, especially children, in Wabash County, Indiana.	Not published	$10K – $15K
LEAD Conference Scholarships Grant Illinois Arts Council Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Illinois Arts Council serves the people of Illinois through a variety of grants and services, primarily geared to: Support Illinois' Arts Sector: Operating and technical support provided to organizations and programs statewide helps…	Not published	Up to $2K
Medical Supplies and Services Fund Illinois Spina Bifida Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $125 Assists Illinois families living with spina bifida with out-of-pocket costs for spina bifida-related medical supplies and services	Not published	Up to $125
FISA Foundation Grant Fisa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The FISA Foundation Grant supports initiatives aimed at improving the health and well-being of people with disabilities, particularly women and girls.	Not published	Varies
McKeen Fund Grant McKeen Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The McKeen Fund Grant is dedicated to enhancing the lives of vulnerable populations, including seniors and disadvantaged children and families.	Not published	Varies
Home and Community-Based Options Waiver Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies Promotes independence and protects vulnerable adults with disabilities through home and community services that enable individuals to remain at home or transition from a Medicaid nursing facility to the community.	Not published	Varies
Colorado Outdoor Equity Grant Program Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Colorado Outdoor Equity Grant Program aims to enhance access to outdoor activities for traditionally underrepresented communities, including low-income families, LGBTQ+ individuals, and youth of color.	Not published	Up to $100K
Joe Cleres and Don Sage Memorial Scholarship Telecompioneers Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide financial assistance to post-secondary school students with physical and/or intellectual challenges.	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 ESC Statewide Services for Students with Visual Impairments (SSVI) Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $5.5M The 2025-2026 ESC Statewide Services for Students with Visual Impairments (SSVI) program, overseen by the Texas Education Agency, aims to provide essential services and support to school systems for students with visual impairments.	Not published	Up to $5.5M
Adult Size Changing Tables Grant Disability & Aging Grants · State Not published · $1M Grant funding for the installation of adult changing tables in area businesses, municipalities, and public spaces.	Not published	$1M
We Create Accessible Culture Grant Washington County Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Charlotte & Gwenyth's Building Blocks Scholarship Fund The Charlotte and Gwenyth Gray Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies To help offset the extremely high costs associated with: The Charlotte & Gwenyth Gray Foundation to Cure Batten Disease is a federally recognized 501(c)3 tax-deductible public charity.	Not published	Varies
Curry Award for Girls and Young Women Grant Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Curry Award for Girls and Young Women, established by Eleanor Williams Curry, offers scholarships to young women aged 18-26 in San Mateo County. Applicants must demonstrate financial hardship and have a GPA of 3.3 or lower.	Not published	Up to $1K
Perot-Fiero Foundation Fund Grant Community Foundation of Central Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Perot-Fiero Foundation Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of Central Georgia, aims to enhance community welfare by supporting 501(c)(3) organizations and churches in Macon-Bibb County.	Not published	Varies
ATS Diversity Grant American Thoracic Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Diverse, early-stage investigators interested in basic science, translational, or clinical research in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine Definition of diversity: We use the NIH definition of Underrepresented Populations in the…	Not published	Varies
Brian's Full Ride Scholarship Teton Adaptive · Foundation Not published · Varies An adaptive scholarship endowment fund honoring the life and snowboarding passion of Brian Stevens, established in 2019.	Not published	Varies
TSBVI Access Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $1M The TSBVI Access Grant, awarded by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance access to core and expanded curricula for students with visual impairments.	Not published	$1M

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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 888 grants for disabled Grantable lists as of October 6, 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, 652 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for disabled due?

Of 888 grants listed, 45 accept applications on a rolling basis, 35 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, 49% fall in January–March.

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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