The Active Fund Grant

The Active Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Kelly S Brush Foundation
Amount: Approximately US $3,500
Last Updated: February 05, 2026

Summary

The Active Fund Grant, offered by the Kelly Brush Foundation, supports individuals with paralysis from spinal cord injuries in acquiring adaptive sports equipment. This initiative aims to foster active lifestyles and inclusivity through sports. First-time applicants are prioritized for the Fall 2025 cycle, with grants averaging around $3,500, though they can vary. Eligible applicants can receive full or partial awards or a Try-It-First grant to gain experience with the equipment. For guidelines, please refer to the provided FAQs.

Overview

NOTE:  The Fall 2025 Cycle will be open to first-time applicants only in order to provide the most meaningful grants possible. Applicants who did not receive an award or received a Try-It First grant are still eligible to apply. The Kelly Brush Foundation is dedicated to making active lifestyles a reality for anyone with a spinal cord injury. Life is better active! Through the Active Fund, we provide grants for individuals with paralysis caused by spinal cord injury to purchase adaptive sports equipment. We believe in the power of sport and recreation to foster inclusion and overcome the barriers of paralysis. We have helped over 1,900 people from 50 states purchase handcycles, monoskis, sport chairs, racing chairs, hockey sleds, and much more. There is no minimum or maximum award. Please note that grants rarely exceed $5,000, and the average grant is generally around $3,500. There are three possible decisions an applicant may receive: Award (either full or partial) “Try It First” Grant – an award of $500 to go towards program or rental fees at an adaptive sports program to gain experience with the equipment applied forDenial Please see FAQs for additional guidelines.

Eligibility

We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Individuals with paralysis caused by an acquired spinal cord injuryMust reside in the United StatesFor Fall 2025 cycle: Must be a first-time Active Fund applicant. Applicants who have never applied before are eligible to apply this round. Applicants who were previously denied are eligible to apply this round. Applicants who previously received only a Try It First are eligible to apply this round. Eligible EquipmentAny piece of sports or recreation equipment specifically designed for people with disabilities that allow an applicant to be active.

Ineligibility

We will not consider applications for:Non-adaptive sports equipment such as standard bicycles, skis/boots/poles, automotive equipment, etc. Accessory upgrades (such as wheelsets) Everyday wheelchairs FES equipment Motorized wheelchair attachments Indoor exercise equipment such as trainers (for handcycles), gym equipment, stationary bikes or rowing machines Guns and bows (only the adaptive equipment that might be used to operate them) All other non-adaptive equipment