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SCN2A Family Travel Scholarship (2026 Conference)

THE FAMILIESCN2A FOUNDATION INC

Foundation Annual Hardship Grants

Funding Amount

Up to $1,200

Deadline

May 1, 2026

24 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

SCN2A Family Travel Scholarship

Funder: The FamilieSCN2A Foundation Inc (PA, US)

Purpose: Travel Scholarship Grant provides financial assistance to individuals attending the 2026 Family and Professional Conference to help cover expenses such as conference registration, hotel accommodations, and/or travel costs to and from the conference.

    Eligibility

  • Families with a loved one diagnosed on a genetic report with SCN2A-related disorders (SRD)
  • Need-based only
  • Attending the 2026 SCN2A Family and Professional Conference (July 29-31, 2026 in Orlando, FL)

    Award Amount

  • Grants up to $1,200 per applicant
  • Covers:
  • - Conference registration - Hotel accommodations (Standard Run of House rooms only) - Travel costs to and from conference
  • Applicants encouraged to apply for the amount they truly need
  • Receipts required for reimbursement

    Application Timeline

  • Application Deadline: May 1, 2026
  • Notification Date: On or before May 30, 2026

    Reimbursement

  • By check at the conclusion of the conference after all receipts are submitted
  • May take 2-3 weeks to receive payment
  • Applicants responsible for reserving their own accommodation and travel

    Conference Details

  • Dates: July 29-31, 2026 (Optional family fun day August 1)
  • Location: Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort, 1 Grand Cypress Blvd, Orlando, Florida 32826 USA

    Important Notes

  • Accommodation scholarships cover only Standard Run of House rooms
  • Upgrades or additional nights are at applicant's own expense
  • Cancellation policy: Free cancellation up to 72 hours before arrival; one night's room and tax fee if cancelled after deadline
  • Children encouraged to attend; SuperSib Camp available for siblings over age 3
  • Children with SRD must have a caregiver with them at all times

    Contact

  • Address: P.O. Box 4260, Gettysburg, PA 17325
  • Email: info@scn2a.org

How to Apply

How to Apply

1. Complete the SCN2A Family Travel Scholarship Application
2. Specify the amount requested (up to $1,200)
3. Provide relevant documentation to support your application:
- Financial documents not required
- Must demonstrate how funds will be used
- Provide receipts for all expenses
4. When applying, be clear about which expenses you need covered (conference registration, hotel, travel)
5. Submit application by May 1, 2026

    Grant Award Criteria

  • Grants awarded based on information provided and available funds
  • Applicants notified on or before May 30, 2026

After Approval

1. You are responsible for reserving your own accommodation and travel 2. Keep all receipts for reimbursement 3. Submit receipts at conclusion of conference 4. Reimbursement by check (2-3 weeks processing time)

    Helpful Resources

    The foundation encourages applicants to explore other grants that have previously supported families:
  • NORD Patient Assistance Program
  • Oracle Health Foundation Pediatric Grant

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

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