Grants for Disabled in Maryland
Last updated October 14, 2026
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Independent Living Tax Credit Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies Enables Maryland residents who have renovated a property in order to make a home more accessible to apply for state income tax credit. | |
| Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Re-Use Program Maryland Department of Aging · State Not published · Varies The DME Re-Use Program supports Marylanders by providing free durable medical equipment, regardless of age or insurance coverage. | |
| Sidewalk Reconstruction for Pedestrian Access (Fund 33) Maryland Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies This fund upgrades existing pedestrian facilities along state highways to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility guidelines and the SHA Accessibility Policy & Guidelines for Pedestrian Facilities along State Highways. | |
| Vocational Rehabilitation Services State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies To provide leadership and support in promoting the employment, economic self-sufficiency, and independence of individuals with disabilities. | |
| The purpose of this program is to provide an opportunity to sites implementing the I Can Do It! (ICDI) model to receive evaluations of their programs. The goal of the ICDI model is to transform the lives of individuals with disabilities by offering them more opportunities to participate in and experience the benefits of physical activity and healthy eating. President's Council on Sports · State Not published · Varies | |
| Temporary Disabilities Assistance Program Maryland Department of Human Services · State Not published · Varies Provide cash grants of up to $185 to disabled persons without children. Disability can be long or short term, but must be medically verified. | |
| Maryland Section 5310 Program- Enhanced Mobility for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Grant Maryland Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies The Maryland Section 5310 Program, formally known as the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program, is funded by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and administered in Maryland by the Maryland Department… | |
| Maryland Relay/Maryland Accessible Telecommunication (MAT) Maryland Department of Information Technology · State Not published · Varies Maryland Relay is a free public service that offers a wide variety of calling options and equipment solutions designed for those who have difficulty using a standard phone. To request an application by mail, call 800.552.7724. | |
| Attendant Care Program Maryland Department of Disabilities · State Not published · Varies Provides financial reimbursement to individuals with long-term or severe physical disabilities who require attendant services such as in-home assistance with personal care, household chores, and transportation. | |
| Section 811 Project Rental Assistance Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies The Section 811 PRA is federally funded grant to DHCD that provides project-based rental assistance for non-elderly adults with disabilities, between the ages of 18 and 61. The Program is operated through a partnership with MDOD and MDH. | |
| Independent Living Services State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies To provide leadership and support in promoting the employment, economic self-sufficiency, and independence of individuals with disabilities. County Government, For-Profit, Individuals, Municipalities/Towns, Non-Profit, Regional, Other | |
| Group Home Financing Program Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies Provide loans to nonprofit organizations and individuals to acquire and modify group homes for low-income elderly, disabled, and other people with special housing needs. | |
| Project Home (CARE "Certified Adult Residential Environment" Maryland Department of Human Services · State Not published · Varies Project Home provides a supportive living environment in homelike setting for adults with disabilities who cannot live alone primarily due tot medical illness, physical illness or cognitive disabilities, using Adult Foster Care model. | |
| Renters' Tax Credit Program State Department of Assessments and Taxation · State Not published · Varies Provides a direct check grant for elderly renters, disabled renters, and renters under age 60 with at least one dependent minor, based upon a comparison of income relative to assumed amount of property taxes included in rent payments. | |
| Employed Individuals with Disabilities (EID) Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies Provides health care coverage to disabled individuals between age 18 and 65 yrs old, that are employed, whose net income doesn't exceed 300% the federal poverty line. | |
| In-Home Aide Services Maryland Department of Human Services · State Not published · Varies Provide home care services to adults with disabilities of all ages to enable them to remain in their own homes to prevent or remedy abuse, neglect, or exploitation and to prevent or reduce the length of institutional placement. | |
| Maryland Business Enterprise Program for the Blind State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies The purpose of this program is to provide business opportunities on federal, state, county and private properties to Marylanders who are legally blind. | |
| Public Assistance to Adults Maryland Department of Human Services · State Not published · Varies To make payments to low income, severely disabled or elderly customers who reside in licensed assisted living, rehabilitative residences and CARE home settings. | |
| Indoor Plumbing Program Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies Makes loans to or for the benefit of limited income individuals to finance additions or repairs of water or sewer systems and/or connection to public systems. | |
| MFP Bridge Subsidy Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies MFP Bridge provides rental subsidies to disabled households who are transitioning from a nursing facility. MFP Bridge is funded as a rebalancing initiative through the Money Follows the Person Grant (MFP). | |
| HomeAbility Program Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies Enables low and moderate income persons with disabilities and/or their guardians to purchase homes by providing mortgages with competitive interest rates and down payment and closing cost assistance through an approved lender network using… | |
| 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. | |
| New Sidewalk Construction for Pedestrian Access Program (Fund 79) Maryland Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies This fund serves current and future demand for sidewalks, enhances network connectivity and addresses existing safety issues by providing ADA-accessible facilities. |
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About grants for disabled in Maryland
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.
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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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