15 Grants to Mark National Disability Independence Day

July 26th marks National Disability Independence Day, commemorating the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. This pivotal legislation has transformed the lives of millions. It ensures protection against employment discrimination and enhancing access to goods, services, and communication for individuals with disabilities.

The ADA signifies a milestone in civil rights. Moreover, it also symbolizes ongoing progress in breaking down barriers that hindered daily life for people with disabilities. From widening doorways to installing braille signage and accessible crosswalks, these changes have significantly improved mobility and safety across communities. In a show of solidarity, the team at GrantWatch is recognizing National Disability Independence Day. What’s more, to show our support for individuals with disabilities, we’ve curated a list of 15 grant opportunities available.

Grant Funding and In-kind Support

1. Grant for Disabled Documentary-Makers – To begin, up to $10,000 is available to BIPOC individuals with disabilities for initiatives related to filmmaking and media production.
2. Grant to Help Disabled Improve Fitness – In addition, grants for individuals with disabilities to purchase sports and recreational equipment. Furthermore, this funding promotes active lifestyles among people with paralysis due to spinal cord injury.
3. Grant to Help Disabled Entrepreneurs – Next up, $1,000 and in-kind support is now open to entrepreneurs who have a disability for professional development and business assistance.
4. Grant for Disabled Military & Veterans to Play Sport – Military personnel and veterans with a permanent physical disability can apply for a grant. Funding covers expenses associated with athlete training, competitions, or equipment purchases.
5. Grant to Disabled Veterans for Home Adaptions – There are grants to veterans with disabilities who require special housing adaptations.
6. Grant to Adapt Vehicles for Disabled – Reimbursement grants of up to $1,000 are now available for the installation of equipment that will help people with disabilities in eligible new vehicles.
7. Grant to Help Autistic BIPOC Community – Next, BIPOC people in the autistic community can now apply for a grant for personal, professional, emergency, medical, academic, artistic, and other needs.
8. Grant to Foster Independence for Disabled – Grants are available to nonprofit organizations for community-based initiatives and projects to integrate people with disabilities into all aspects of community life.
9. Grant to Nonprofits to Empower Disabled – Up to $25,000 are available to organizations that help people with disabilities thrive independently and overcome barriers to social and economic success.
10. Grant to Nonprofits for Disabled Programs – Finally, grants up to $20,000 are available to nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs and projects that impact people with disabilities.

Additional Grants and Training Opportunities

1. Grant to Nonprofits to Help Learning Disabilities – To continue, grants are open to nonprofit organizations to meet the needs of individuals with learning disabilities.
2. Grant to Nonprofits to Financially Assist Disabled – Funding is available to nonprofits to assist individuals with disabilities obtain financial assistance for the acquisition of assistive technology devices and services.
3. Grant to Nonprofits for Disabled Wellbeing – Additionally, $10,000 to nonprofit organizations to support projects and programs including the wellbeing of individuals with disabilities through accommodations.
4. Grant to Nonprofit for Programs Benefitting Disabled – Grants are now open to nonprofit organizations for community service programs intended to make positive changes.
5. Opportunity to Nonprofits with IDD Interests – Finally, a training opportunity grant is available nonprofit organizations for training and certification. It promotes health among individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Grants Empower People

Funding can make a significant impact in advancing accessibility, innovation, and empowerment for people with disabilities. Accordingly, whether you’re looking to enhance accessibility in your community, develop new technologies, or expand educational initiatives, exploring these grants can be a crucial step towards realizing your goals.

The Bottom Line

To conclude, remember to carefully review eligibility criteria and deadlines to maximize your chances of securing funding. National Disability Independence Day is not only a celebration of past achievements. It’s also a reminder of the ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive society for all.
For more information and to explore additional grant opportunities, visit GrantWatch. Embark on your journey towards making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.

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