Grants for Disabled

Last updated October 6, 2026

Grantable tracks 888 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: 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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John A. & Evelyn Monahan Grant John a & Evelyn Monahan Memorial Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The John A. & Evelyn Monahan Grant supports educational, medical, and religious initiatives for Catholic children with disabilities and elderly individuals.	Not published	Varies
i-LIVE Scholarships for Adaptive Programs I Live to WPD · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships and financial assistance provided by i-LIVE to Work, Play & Dream to individuals and families in Central Arkansas facing physical, cognitive, emotional, or developmental challenges.	Not published	Varies
Roberts - Douglas Roberts Endowed Scholarship Grant Coastal Bend Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 – $16K The Roberts - Douglas Roberts Endowed Scholarship, offered by the Coastal Bend Community Foundation, aims to support wheelchair-bound students with special needs in their pursuit of higher education.	Not published	$100 – $16K
Basic Needs Grant - Food, Clothing, and Shelter W W Smith Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K The W. W. Smith Charitable Trust provides funding through its Basic Needs Grant to nonprofits in the Greater Philadelphia area, focusing on food, clothing, and shelter assistance. Priority is given to vulnerable children and seniors.	Not published	$5K
Autism Society Northwestern Pennsylvania Scholarship Grant Erie Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Autism Society Northwestern Pennsylvania Scholarship, provided by the Erie Community Foundation, aims to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder who have an IEP or 504 plan.	Not published	Varies
Charmayne Gooch Arts Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Northern Colorado · Foundation Not published · $5K The Charmayne Gooch Arts Scholarship is available to Larimer County students who have the potential to succeed but may not have attained sufficient academic achievement to place them in a position to receive other scholarships.	Not published	$5K
Bauer Trust Fund Grant Anthony F Bauer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Bauer Trust Fund Grant supports charitable organizations benefiting blind or handicapped persons. Established by Anthony F. Bauer, it aims to provide lasting support for those in need.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Dr. Franklin Jelsma "To See Through Love" Scholarships Kentucky School for the Blind Charitable · Foundation Not published · $500	Not published	$500
The Lavelle – Brother Kearney Scholarship Program Grant Lavelle Fund for the Blind Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lavelle – Brother Kearney Scholarship Program offers financial assistance and career preparation for legally blind college students in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.	Not published	Varies
Harlow Grant National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut (NFBCT), an affiliate of the National Federation of the Blind, is an organization that believes in the full capacity of blind people, and has the power, influence, diversity and…	Not published	Varies
FS Foundation Grant: Building for Better Belonging The FS Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The FS Foundation Grant: Building for Better Belonging supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $5 million, aiming to enhance the lives of individuals with profound functional limitations.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Employment Awards Grant Global Down Syndrome Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Global Down Syndrome Foundation offers Employment Awards aimed at enhancing job opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome.	Not published	Up to $2K
Veteran Grant The Hanger Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Hanger Foundation's Veteran Grant aims to empower veterans facing physical challenges by providing support for rehabilitation services and athletic programs.	Not published	Up to $20K
Accessibility Grants South Carolina Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K To help South Carolina organizations make arts programs and existing facilities accessible to persons with disabilities Accessibility grants are designed to help South Carolina organizations make arts programs and existing facilities…	Not published	Up to $3K
Empire Health Foundation Sponsorship Empire Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Application Deadline: No later than 90 days before a planned event or convening_ Strengthening communities through connection and learning.	Not published	Varies
LOFT (Leadership Opportunities for Teens) Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing · Foundation Not published · Varies LOFT is a five-day, sleep-away leadership program for high school students (ages 14-18) who are deaf or hard of hearing and use listening and spoken language as their primary mode of communication.	Not published	Varies
Glaser Foundation Grants Glaser Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $50K The Glaser Foundation Grants focus on direct services primarily for children and the elderly.	Not published	$500 – $50K
The Molly Gill Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region The Community Foundation is a devoted advocate for the vitality and well-being of the Rappahannock River Region.	Not published	Varies
Smart Home Program Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Smart Home Program delivers specially adapted, mortgage-free homes to catastrophically injured veterans.	Not published	Varies
Mary C. Murphy Library Construction Grant Minnesota Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K The Mary C. Murphy Library Construction Grant, offered by the Minnesota Department of Education, supports public library renovations and construction projects aimed at enhancing accessibility.	Not published	Up to $750K
Henry K. Peterson Foundation Grant Community Foundation for Western Iowa · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Henry K. Peterson Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations providing services to the disabled population of Southwest Iowa.	Not published	Up to $10K
2025-2026 ESC Non-Educational Community-Based Support Services Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $987K The 2025-2026 ESC Non-Educational Community-Based Support Services program, overseen by the Texas Education Agency, aims to provide essential support services for students with disabilities and their families.	Not published	Up to $987K
Berks County Transition Coordinating Council Marty Kester Award Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Berks County Transition Coordinating Council Marty Kester Award, established by the Berks County Community Foundation, supports high school seniors with disabilities in Berks County.	Not published	Varies
Gordon Hartman Family Foundation Grant The Gordon Hartman Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Gordon Hartman Family Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations that assist individuals with special needs. Grants are awarded to 501(c)(3) organizations primarily serving Bexar County and nearby areas.	Not published	Up to $25K

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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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