Independent Living Experience (ILE) Needs-Based Scholarship
Funding Amount
Partial to full tuition assistance (program cost: $2,000/week)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Independent Living Experience (ILE) Needs-Based Scholarship
Organization: Glade Run Lutheran Services
Program Overview:
Financial assistance program for young adults ages 18-35 with autism and/or intellectual disabilities who wish to participate in Glade Run's Independent Living Experience program but have financial need.
Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania (Zelienople, PA location)
Target Population:
Program Details:
The ILE is a 6-day residential program designed to help young adults gain confidence and independence through activities focused on:
2026 Program Sessions:
Program Cost: $2,000/week per participant
Funding Options:
Contact Information:
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Access Application: Complete the 2026 ILE Online Application
2. Submit Scholarship Form: A "Needs Based Scholarship Application" is available online
3. Payment Arrangement: Payment must be secured or funding agencies must provide proof of payment prior to program start
- Participant name and date of birth
- Age verification (must be 18-35)
- Diagnosis documentation (autism and/or intellectual disability)
- Medical information (ability to self-administer medications)
- Financial need information for scholarship consideration
- Waiver information (if applicable)
Required Information
- Contact Supports Coordinator for waiver funding eligibility (Day Code: W7285)
- Arrange ESY (Extended School Year) funding through school district
- Set up private pay with available payment plans
Alternative Funding Methods
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