Most forms of assistance for individuals with disabilities will come from charitable organizations or government assistance programs, rather than grants from foundations.
Below are selected web sites to find local resources or direct assistance. You might also ask your elected officials about assistance programs, or seek gifts or loans from family, friends, or community.
Additional resources to assist with personal needs are in our FAQ, Where can I find help with emergency housing costs, medical bills, or personal debt?
Foundation Grants to Individuals Online is our searchable subscription database of grantmakers that give to individuals. Please note that foundation funds for individuals are very limited and usually help to pay for education or to support artistic or research projects. If you use this resource, you could start with a Field of Interest search for “Disabilities, people with”, and combine this with terms that describe your field of study or project.
The database is also available in print. To search this database from your own computer, you can subscribe online. Or, you can use it for free at all Foundation Center locations.
For more information on resources specific to education, research or arts-related funding for individuals, please see the following FAQS:
To learn more about resources for individuals with disabilities, selected resources below may also be helpful.
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