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Web Sites
47 Assistance Programs for Individuals with Disabilities
http://www.educationmoney.com/disabled.html
EducationMoney.com repackages information from the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance in an interesting manner.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Amway's One-by-One Campaign
http://www.amwayonebyone.com/
Through One by One, Alticor supports programs designed to have a direct, real, and lasting impact on the quality of children's lives, especially those who are disadvantaged or disabled; and help children overcome barriers or obstacles to success and fulfillment in their lives. Special emphasis is directed toward programs designed to concentrate on arts and culture, education, health, and human services.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Arthur B. Schultz Foundation
http://www.absfoundation.org/index.php?id=2
We hope to address to the overwhelming need for wheelchairs in the developing world (20 million by some estimates) by supporting a variety of approaches to get free wheelchairs to those who need them. Distribution of recycled and refurbished Western wheelchairs is one approach. Another is establishment of independent in-country manufacture and repair shops building appropriate technology wheelchairs for the more demanding conditions of the developing world.
ABSF hopes to make a significant contribution to reducing the number of wheelchairs needed in the developing world this generation. We are also working to create greater in-country capability for wheelchair manufacturing and repair in selected countries (currently Vietnam and Thailand), which in turn provides desperately needed employment opportunities for disenfranchised persons with disabilities.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Bubel / Aiken Foundation (Disabilities)
http://www.bubelaiken.org/
The Bubel/Aiken Foundation serves to bridge the gap that exists between young people with special needs and the world around them. We support communities with inclusive programs and together create awareness about the possibilities that inclusion can bring. Priorities for funding include but are not limited to:
(1) development of inclusion/integration curricula, primarily K-12
(2) educational approaches that engage different learning styles
(3) inclusion strategies for minority populations including those for whom English is a second language
(4) service learning opportunities and program development, training, and implementation
(5) job training
(6) development, training, and implementation for recreational programs aimed at both paid staff and volunteers
(7) recruitment of special education teachers
(8) assistance to families through eligible programs
(9) continuing education programs/symposia aimed at the development of best practices protocols and strategies
(10) programs that create awareness, change attitudes and behaviors about the abilities of young people with special needs and foster full life experiences
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Foundation (Disabilities)
http://www.christopherreeve.org/
The Christopher Reeve Paralysis Foundation provides Quality of Life Grants to organizations nationwide that help improve opportunities, access and day-to-day quality of life for individuals living with disabilities, primarily paralysis, and their families. Grants support nonprofit organizations that address the needs of persons living with spinal cord injuries, their families and caregivers in twelve categories: children, arts, sports and recreation, education, advocacy, accessibility, practical service, independent living, assistive technology, therapeutic riding, employment and counseling. The Program also offers health promotion awards to nonprofit organizations that address paralysis caused by spinal cord injuries and other injuries, diseases and birth defects, including stroke, spina bifida, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Nonprofit organizations throughout the United States, as well as internationally, are eligible to apply.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
CVS Caremark Charitable Trust, Inc.
http://www.cvscaremark.com/community/our-impact/all-kids-can
The CVS Caremark Charitable Trust focuses primarily on supporting charitable organizations that are making a difference in the lives of children with disabilities. Resources are also allocated to help support organizations focused on providing healthcare to the uninsured. We believe these two areas represent opportunities for the Trust to create positive outcomes for diverse populations of people in communities across the country.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
DisabilityInfo.gov
http://www.disabilityinfo.gov
DisabilityInfo.gov provides quick and easy access to comprehensive information about disability programs, services, laws and benefits. You can begin your search by visiting any of the nine subject areas :
(1) Employment
(2) Education
(3) Housing
(4) Transportation
(5) Health
(6) Benefits
(7) Technology
(8) Community Life
(9) Civil Rights
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Disability Resources, Inc.
http://www.disabilityresources.org/
A nonprofit network staffed by volunteers. It provides an extensive online guide to resources, including funding sources, searchable by state and by subject. A newsletter, Disability Resources Monthly, is available by subscription.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Disability RFPs Posted by the Foundation Center PND Digest
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/cat_disabled.jhtml
Each RFP listing provides a brief overview of a current funding opportunity offered by a foundation or other grantmaking organization. Interested applicants should read the full RFP at the grantmaker's Web site or contact the grantmaker directly for complete program guidelines and eligibility requirements before submitting a proposal to that grantmaker.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trust
http://www.dav.org/cst/index.html
The Trust supports physical and psychological rehabilitation programs, meets the special needs of veterans with specific disabilities, such as amputation and blindness, and aids and shelters homeless veterans. The Trust supports key programs such as helping to maintain a volunteer-operated transportation network providing rides to sick and disabled veterans needing transportation to and from VA medical centers for treatment. Bringing hope to the forgotten and suffering families of disabled veterans is also a priority. The Trust seeks new and innovative ways to make a positive difference in the lives of the disabled veterans and their families. Of particular interest are programs ensuring quality health care for veterans, assistance to veterans suffering Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and substance abuse, and programs enhancing research and mobility for veterans with amputations and spinal cord injuries. The Trust is also interested in programs that benefit aging disabled veterans and those that evaluate and address the needs of veterans disabled in recent wars and conflicts. There are four deadlines a year. An application form is available on the Web site. Applicants must include seven sets of the application and documentation. Additional information is available on the Web site.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Easter Seals of Michigan
http://mi.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=MISE_homepage
Easter Seals - Michigan’s mission is to create solutions that change lives of children and adults with disabilities or other special needs and their families.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Ethel Louise Armstrong Foundation (ELA)
http://www.ela.org
Deadline : June 1
Supports professional organizations that work with people with disabilities through grants and scholarships that further their goals of education, advocacy, leadership development, mentorship and the arts. The Foundation especially seeks to support the work of organizations that are led by or support the work of women and girls with disabilities. The next deadline for applications is November 1 and grants are small, ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. For more information contact Ms. Deborah Lewis, 626-398-8840, email: executive director@ela.org.
In addition the Foundation is committed to expanding opportunities for female graduate students with disabilities and developing future leadership in the disability community. The foundation will award one or two scholarships of up to $2,000 each per academic year to supplement financial assistance received by a female graduate student(s). Visit the ELA Web site for complete eligibility information and application guidelines and forms.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
FederalGrantsWire Disabled Grants and Loans
http://www.federalgrantswire.com/disabled-federal-grants.html
95 grant and loan listings from the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Joseph P. Kennedy Jr Foundation
http://www.jpkf.org/
The Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation, established in 1946 by Ambassador and Mrs. Joseph P. Kennedy, honors their eldest son who was killed in World War II. The Foundation has two major objectives: to improve the way society deals with its citizens who have mental retardation (intellectual disabilities), and to help identify and disseminate ways to prevent the causes of mental retardation (intellectual disabilities). The guiding strategy of the Foundation is to use its funds in areas where a multiplier effect can be achieved through development of innovative models for services and supports to persons with intellectual disabilities and their families, or for highly selective demonstrations of the prevention of intellectual disabilities. The Foundation operates by providing seed funding that encourages new methods of service and supports, and through use of the Foundation's influence to promote public awareness of the needs of persons with intellectual disabilities and their families. Mission "The mission of the Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation is to provide leadership in the field of mental retardation and service to persons with mental retardation, both those born and unborn, and their families."
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Michigan Assistive Technology Loan Fund
http://www.michiganloanfunds.org/atlf/index.htm
The Michigan Assistive Technology Loan Fund allows people with disabilities and seniors (or their family members) to purchase assistive technology devices or services, including modification of vehicles and homes. Loans may also cover cost of training to use the purchased equipment, warranties, and service agreements. Assistive technology is defined as any item, piece of equipment, or device that enables an individual with a disability to improve individual independence and quality of life. If you would like to apply for a loan to purchase any item or piece of equipment that will help you improve your independence and overall quality of life, contact the Michigan Assistive Technology Loan Fund at 1.800.828.2714. For more information, contact: Michele Seybert, Loan Fund Marketing Coordinator, United Cerebral Palsy of Michigan, 4970 Northwind Dr., Ste. 102, East Lansing, MI 48823; Email : seybert@ucpmichigan.org; Telephone : (517) 203-1200 voice and TDD; (800) 828-2714 toll free; Fax : (517) 203-1203.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Michigan TeleWork Loan Fund
http://www.michiganloanfunds.org
United Cerebral Palsy of Michigan has received a federal grant to help increase employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Michigan residents with disabilities, who will work from home for an employer or who want to start or expand their own home-based business are eligible to apply for a low-interest loan up to $20,000. For more information, contact: Michele Seybert, Loan Fund Marketing Coordinator, United Cerebral Palsy of Michigan, 4970 Northwind Dr., Ste. 102, East Lansing, MI 48823; Email : seybert@ucpmichigan.org; Telephone : (517) 203-1200 voice and TDD; (800) 828-2714 toll free; Fax : (517) 203-1203.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation
http://www.meaf.org/grants.php
Through its National Grant program, MEAF provides funding to nonprofit organizations that are working toward the full inclusion of young people with disabilities in society. Proposed projects should be national in scope and impact or model projects that can be replicated at multiple sites.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Multiple Sclerosis Foundation
http://www.msfocus.org/programs-activities.aspx
Since 1996, the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (MSF) has awarded grants and endowments to universities and other organizations to actively promote quality of life and create a brighter tomorrow for those living with MS. MS centers, with a physical presence in the United States, in need of expanding their programs and services are also eligible for financial assistance from the MSF. Grants are available for implementing or expanding MS Day Programs, diagnostic services, rehabilitation services, support services, social services, education and outreach, and medical care. Applications are accepted beginning September 1st of each year. Applications must be postmarked between September 1st and November 1st to be eligible for funding.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
National Organization on Disability : Housing Access
http://nod.citysoft.org/
Try typing in grants or funding as a keyword search.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
NEC Foundation of America
http://www.necfoundation.org/
Established by NEC Corporation, the NEC Foundation of America supports programs with national reach and impact in assistive technology for people with disabilities. The foundation makes cash grants to nonprofit organizations in support of the development, application, and use of technology by and for people with disabilities. All proposals should demonstrate national reach and impact.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Paralyzed Veterans of America
http://www.pva.org/site/PageServer?pagename=research_edfdn
The PVA Education Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, provides funding in five project categories:
(1) Consumer and community education to improve the health, independence and quality of life for individuals with SCI/D
(2) Professional development and education to improve the knowledge and competencies of health professionals who serve the SCI/D community, including fellowship and traineeship programs
(3) Research utilization and dissemination, which translates findings into practice
(4) Assistive technology—Development of teaching tools or pilot programs that demonstrate innovative approaches to the use of assistive devices
(5) Conferences and symposia that provide education and collaboration opportunities for members of the SCI/D community
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Pete and Carrie Rozelle Award
http://www.ncld.org/about-us/scholarships-aamp-awards/pete-aamp-carrie-rozelle-award
The Pete & Carrie Rozelle Award is given to a school or school-related program that addresses the educational and social/emotional needs of all children, including those with learning disabilities. This $5,000 award will allow for expanded programmatic and staff development opportunities that focus on incorporating effective research-based practices into classroom and school-wide practice.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
The Travis Roy Foundation
http://www.travisroyfoundation.org/
The Foundation’s primary goal is to help spinal cord injury survivors and further research for a cure. Named after a Maine youth who became a quadriplegic after a freak collegiate hockey accident, the Foundation has distributed more than $2.5 million in individual and research grants. Individual grants have been used to modify vans and to purchase wheelchairs, computers, ramps, shower chairs, and other adaptive equipment to help paraplegics and quadriplegics live their lives.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Jett Travolta Foundation In the News
In memory of their son, John Travolta and Kelly Preston have established The Jett Travolta Foundation which will "assist and provide relief to children with vision, hearing, mobility, communication, behavioral learning impairments or other special medical, environmental, health or education needs," according to a statement.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
VSA Arts of Michigan
http://www.vsami.org/
Promotes arts, eduction, and creative expression involving children and adults with
disabilities. Provides limited financial support for various programs and projects.
(Last checked 08/05/09)
Also check Grants for Individuals : The Disabled
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Books
The books mentioned on this page are available for public use in the Michigan State University Libraries. If you are unable to visit our library, consider visiting a Foundation Center Cooperating Collection in your home state or a local public library in your home town. If the books are not available there, ask about interlibrary loan or visit a local bookstore to find out whether they can be purchased.
DIRECTORY OF GRANTS FOR ORGANIZATIONS SERVING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. Richard M. Eckstein, ed. Loxahatchee, Fla. : Research Grant Guides, Inc., 2000. 11th edition, 216pp. Funding Center (1 East) HV1553 .H3
Lists more than 700 foundations awarding grants to nonprofit organizations. In addition, this directory includes three informative articles on grantsmanship and twenty-nine federal program profiles. Subject index categories include: accessibility projects, blind, cultural programs, deaf/hard-of-hearing, developmentally disabled, eduation, independent living programs, learning disabilities, mental health, mentally disabled, physically disabled, recreation, rehabilitation, research, speech impaired, vocational training, and youth programs. [Note: Earlier editions available in Main Library Stacks.]
FINANCIAL AID FOR THE DISABLED AND THEIR FAMILIES, see
Grants for Individuals: Disabled.
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