Grants for Disabled

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 893 active grants for disabled in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Access for All Florida State Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Program focused on increasing accessibility and inclusion for visitors with diverse abilities and special needs at Florida State Parks.	Not published	Varies
Minority Business Funding (Future Program) National Independent Venue Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies NIVF will provide seed funding for an annual cohort of new venue operators and/or promoters with minority status. Applicants must have minority status, including:	Not published	Varies
MDFF Educational Scholarship Grant Muscular Dystrophy Family Foundation (MDFF) · Foundation Not published · $2K The MDFF Educational Scholarship, sponsored by Busey Bank, supports Indiana residents diagnosed with muscular dystrophy or neuromuscular diseases in achieving their educational goals.	Not published	$2K
Transit Grant - Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program (ND) North Dakota Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program (ND) aims to improve transportation options for seniors and individuals with disabilities.	Not published	Varies
June G. Outhwaite Charitable Trust Grant June G Outhwaite Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The June G. Outhwaite Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Santa Barbara County, focusing on areas such as medical care, assistance for the disabled, and wildlife preservation.	Not published	$1K – $50K
Yukon Foundation Project Grants Yukon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Yukon Foundation Project Grants support various initiatives aimed at enhancing the lives of Yukoners. Established in 1980, the foundation has grown significantly and now administers over $8 million in scholarships and grants.	Not published	Varies
Symposium Scholarship Limb Preservation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Limb Preservation Foundation provides scholarships to attend their annual Hope Beyond Limits Symposium, an immersive educational experience focused on limb health and well-being.	Not published	Varies
Cleres-Sage Scholarship (Joe Cleres and Don Sage Memorial Scholarship) Telecompioneers · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide financial assistance to post-secondary school students with physical and/or intellectual challenges.	Not published	Varies
Wyoming Arts Council: Arts Access Project Grant Wyoming Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Wyoming Arts Council's Arts Access Project Grant aims to enhance access to the arts for under-served communities, including individuals with disabilities, veterans, and economically disadvantaged groups.	Not published	Up to $1K
Firedoll Foundation: Survivors of Traumatic Brain Injury Grants Firedoll Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The Firedoll Foundation provides grants for community-based services assisting survivors of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in California.	Not published	$10K – $30K
Older Individuals with Blindness (OIB) Grant Colorado Springs Independence Center · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grant Max & Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation offers grants to support diverse initiatives, including museums, educational programs, and environmental activities.	Not published	$1K – $20K
Carl C. Anderson Sr. & Marie Jo Anderson Foundation Grant Carl C Anderson Sr and Marie Jo Anderson · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carl C. Anderson Sr. & Marie Jo Anderson Foundation Grant supports organizations that assist low-income and vulnerable populations in New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.	Not published	Varies
Kentucky Fried Wishes Grant Program - Empowering through Education & Training Kentucky Fried Chicken Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Here are the other Kentucky Fried Wishes Grant Programs -_ Non-profit organizations can apply for a $10,000 grant to fund an actionable project on their wish list.	Not published	Varies
Pre-Doctoral Advanced Practicum in Rehabilitation Psychology Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago · Foundation Not published · Varies Founded in 1953 as the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with a range of conditions — from traumatic brain and spinal cord…	Not published	Varies
AKtion Club Leadership Development Fund Ohio District Kiwanis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support leadership development for AKtion Club members	Not published	Varies
Communication Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CCDHH) Scholarship Friend of Youth the Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K Communication Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CCDHH) offers an opportunity for children who are deaf or hard of hearing to present their thoughts in the community, gaining skills which can only come from signing or speaking to a…	Not published	$3K
Patterson Foundation: Assistance Dog Program Grants Patterson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The Patterson Foundation offers Assistance Dog Program Grants to support organizations providing service animals to veterans and individuals with disabilities.	Not published	Up to $35K
Colleen Maher Inspirational Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Northern Illinois · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colleen Maher Inspirational Scholarship supports individuals with intellectual disabilities, aged 18-25, who are current students or graduates of Rockford Public Schools.	Not published	Varies
Minnesota Microgrant Partnership The Arc Minnesota Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K Grants support individuals to achieve goals around:	Rolling	Up to $1K
Carl W. & Carrie Mae Joslyn Trust Grant Carl W & Carrie Mae Joslyn Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Carl W. & Carrie Mae Joslyn Trust Grant supports charitable organizations that benefit youth, elderly, and handicapped individuals in El Paso County, Colorado.	Not published	Up to $20K
Rural India Supporting Trust (RIST) General Grant Program Rural India Supporting Trust · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	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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