How much funding does Program Grant provide?

Program Grant provides Varies (recent awards range $1,000 - $15,000) in funding.

When is the deadline for Program Grant?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Program Grant

Foundation Annual Grants for Nonprofits Developmental Disabilities Grants Workforce Development Grants Family Services Grants

Funding Amount

Varies (recent awards range $1,000 - $15,000)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Program Grant

Funder: Foundation for Developmental Disabilities (FDD)

Geographic Scope: San Diego and Imperial Counties, California

Mission: Funds innovative programs that enhance the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DDs)

Focus Areas

Employment programs and job readiness
Family support services
Housing initiatives
Self-advocacy programs
Inclusive recreation and arts
Therapeutic and vocational services
Educational programs
Behavioral health workforce development
Community engagement and social connection

Eligibility

Nonprofit organizations serving San Diego and Imperial Counties
Programs that support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DDs)
Organizations leading transformative programs in employment, family support, housing, and self-advocacy

Recent Award Examples (2025)

The Arc of San Diego – Art for All: $10,000
ConnectMed International – Camp Cosmos: $15,000
Fred Finch Youth & Family Services – CARES Adelante Program: $15,000
Noah Homes – PERCH Program Expansion: $10,000
Sibling Leadership Network – SibThrive: $1,000
Vista Hill – Stein Education Center: $15,000

Contact Information

Foundation for Developmental Disabilities 6050 Santo Road, Suite 145 San Diego, CA 92124 Tel: 858-256-2222 Tax ID: 33-0209048 Website: foundationfordd.org

What San Diego Imperial Counties actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2024: 22
Total given: $235K
Median grant: $10K
Range: $5,000–$15K

By dollars: California 100%. Top recipient cities: San Diego, CA; La Mesa, CA; Carlsbad, CA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
82% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

Amanda's Adaptive Martial Arts · San Diego, CA

Karate Kids and Cubs Program

$15K
Ucsd Nerodiversity in Tech Camp · La Jolla, CA

Summer Camp

$15K
SD Air & Space Museum · San Diego, CA

Engage individuals with I/DDs through hands on activities

$15K
Boys and Girls Clubs Oceanside · Oceanside, CA

Fit Fun Program

$15K
INCLUDE(ED) SD · La Mesa, CA

Early Childhood Inclusive Program

$15K