Supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through program and research grants to promote inclusion, opportunity, and community participation. "Making Possibilities Happen."
The Foundation for Children With Intell Ectual & Developmental Disabilities puts research at the center of its giving, with its largest recent awards going to Civitan International in Birmingham for support research. Alongside that anchor relationship, the foundation backs a wider set of grants for organizations serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through equipment, facility upgrades, transportation, and program support. That mix shows a funder that combines large research commitments with practical investments in daily access and service delivery. Its recent grants also reach beyond research into school and community settings. Baltimore-area recipients such as William S Baer Partnership Board, St Peter's Adult Learning Center, and L'arche Frederick MD Inc appear in the grant record, reflecting attention to organizations that work with children and adults with I/DD. Other awards support sensory equipment, vans, classroom space, and other infrastructure used by local nonprofits. The foundation’s giving pattern suggests a steady interest in both broad mission support and specific project needs, with awards sized for everything from modest equipment purchases to six-figure research grants.
Research is a major part of the foundation’s identity. It awarded $471,821 in 2024 to Civitan International and $350,711 in 2023 to Civitan International Research Cent, both marked to support research. That research focus is consistent with its stated support for interdisciplinary scientific work related to I/DD. On the service-delivery side, the foundation funds facility and equipment needs. It gave $71,268 to Soar365 to upgrade a facility, $61,300 to Servicesource Inc to renovate a site, and $30,900 to Berkshire County Arc to purchase a van. These grants point to a practical approach that helps nonprofits maintain access, mobility, and program space. It also supports education and accessibility. Grants to The Vista School for sensory equipment and to Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center for an educational summit show attention to learning environments and family-facing advocacy work.
$780K
$32.4M
$5.2M
$1.3M
Most grants fall between $16K and $42K, with a median of $24K.
25th Percentile
$16K
Median
$24K
75th Percentile
$42K
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Typical awards cluster in the mid-tens of thousands: p25 is $15,876, median is $24,232, and p75 is $41,659. The range stretches from small equipment purchases to major research grants, which indicates a mixed portfolio rather than a single grant size. The recent grant record also shows repeat funding to the same organizations over multiple years, especially in research, with Civitan International and Civitan International Research Cent appearing more than once. The foundation is a regular funder, not a DAF, and it does not fund individuals or make program-related investments. Several active programs accept unsolicited requests, including research awards, scholarships, and general grants.
Grant recipients are entirely in the United States in the data provided. Maryland is the top state by grant count, with 35% of grants landing there, and many recent recipients are in Baltimore, Frederick, Rockville, Glen Burnie, Parkville, Annapolis, and Thurmont. Virginia is another frequent destination, including Richmond, Oakton, Charlottesville, Boones Mill, and Warrenton. Pennsylvania also appears repeatedly, with recipients in Harrisburg, Hershey, Chambersburg, and Freeland. This is a regional pattern centered on the Mid-Atlantic, with grants also reaching Massachusetts and Alabama.
It supports nonprofit organizations and programs serving children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Recent grant descriptions show funding for research, facility upgrades, sensory equipment, vans, classroom space, and other program needs tied to accessibility, education, and community participation.
The middle of the distribution is in the tens of thousands: p25 is $15,876, median is $24,232, and p75 is $41,659. The recent record also includes larger research grants above $100,000, so awards range from smaller equipment purchases to major institutional support.
Yes. Research is a clear part of its grantmaking, including $471,821 in 2024 to Civitan International and $350,711 in 2023 to Civitan International Research Cent, both for research support. Its active programs also include the FCIDD McNulty Scientist Award and other research partnerships.
The grant record shown here is entirely U.S.-based, and the foundation’s giving is regional. Maryland receives the largest share of grants at 35%, with many awards also going to Virginia and Pennsylvania recipients in cities such as Baltimore, Richmond, Charlottesville, and Harrisburg.
Yes. Active programs include FCIDD College Scholarships and several project and program grant categories for nonprofits serving people with I/DD. The foundation also lists general grant programs that support accessibility, training, scholarships, and service delivery.
2026
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, fiscal year 2026.
Current and upcoming funding from Foundation for Children With Intell Ectual & Developmental Disabilities that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Available only through FCIDD Participating Civitan Clubs. Civitan Clubs recognized by Civitan International and located in the listed states must apply annually to participate in the Foundation.
Deadline: Submission deadline is the 28th of each month.
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Most recent grants reported to the IRS.
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL | BIRMINGHAM, AL | $264,700 | 2026 | TO SUPPORT RESEARCH |
| CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CENT | BIRMINGHAM, AL | $176,579 | 2026 | TO SUPPORT RESEARCH |
| OUR DREAM PURSUITS INC | POINT OF ROCKS, MD | $50,000 | 2026 | — |
| CHILDREN'S ASSITIVE TECHNOLOGY | NORFOLK, VA | $43,500 | 2026 | — |
| THE ARC PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY | LARGO, MD | $35,869 | 2026 | — |
| FRIED CENTER FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF | CROZET, VA | $32,976 | 2026 | — |
| LANGTON GREEN | ANNAPOLIS, MD | $30,500 | 2026 | TO BUY FURNITURE |
| OCCUPATIONAL SERVICES INC | CHAMBERSBURG, PA | $28,488 | 2026 | — |
| THE ARC BALTIMORE INC | BALTIMORE, MD | $25,210 | 2026 | — |
| PARENT EDUCATIONAL ADVOCACY | WARRENTON, VA | $22,960 | 2026 | EDUCATIONAL SUMMIT |
| THE ARC MONTGOMERY COUNTY | ROCKVILLE, MD | $15,690 | 2026 | — |
| BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA | JEFFERSON, GA | $14,610 | 2026 | — |
| BELLO MACHRE INC | GLENN BURNIE, MD | $11,500 | 2026 | — |
| SHENANDOAH VALLEY DISCOVERY MUSUEM | WINCHESTER, VA | $10,000 | 2026 | — |
| THE BLUE BEARS SPECIAL MEALS | DAYTON, NJ | $9,800 | 2026 | — |
| HUMANIUM INC | COLUMBIA, MD | $7,837 | 2026 | — |
| CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL | BIRMINGHAM, AL | $263,550 | 2025 | TO SUPPORT RESEARCH |
| CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CENT | BIRMINGHAM, AL | $101,324 | 2025 | TO SUPPORT RESEARCH |
| SOAR365 | RICHMOND, VA | $71,268 | 2025 | TO UPGRADE FACILITY |
| SPIRIT CLUB FOUNDATION | KENSINGTON, MD | $41,199 | 2025 | FITNESS EQUIPMENT |
| HEALING STRIDES | BOONES MILL, VA | $26,916 | 2025 | TO BUY SADDLES |
| EBT FOUNDATION INC | ROCKHILL FURNACE, PA | $22,577 | 2025 | SENSORY EQUIPMENT |
| THE ARC OF FRANKLIN-FULTON COUNTIES | CHAMBERSBURG, PA | $21,157 | 2025 | TO BUY VAN |
| KINDNESS CVILLE | CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA | $20,696 | 2025 | BUY CAFE EQUIPMENT |
| WHITE OAK SCHOOL | PARKVILLE, MD | $19,567 | 2025 | TO BUY EQUIPMENT |
| PROVIDENCE CENTER | GLEN BURNIE, MD | $15,690 | 2025 | TO BUY EQUIPMENT |
| RED WIGGLER FOUNDATION | CLARKSBURG, MD | $15,561 | 2025 | TO BUY GOLF CART |
| CHESAPEAKE REGION ACCESSIBLE | ANNAPOLIS, MD | $13,536 | 2025 | SAFETY ITEMS |
| THE ENDEPENDENCE CENTER OF NORTHERN | ARLINGTON, VA | $10,000 | 2025 | MEDICAL EQUIPMENT |
| SPARC | RESTON, VA | $9,527 | 2025 | TO BUY EQUIPMENT |
| COMMUNITY RESIDENCE INC | NEWINGTON, CT | $9,000 | 2025 | TO FUND PROGRAMS |
| CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL | BIRMINGHAM, AL | $471,821 | 2024 | TO SUPPORT RESEARCH |
| WILLIAM S BAER PARTNERSHIP BOARD | BALTIMORE, MD | $125,000 | 2024 | BUILDING IMPROVEMENT |
| CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CENT | BIRMINGHAM, AL | $102,365 | 2024 | TO SUPPORT RESEARCH |
| VISION RESOURCES OF CENTRAL PA | HARRISBURG, PA | $39,849 | 2024 | TO BUY IT EQUIPMENT |
| PARENT EDUCATIONAL ADVOCACY | WARRENTON, VA | $37,200 | 2024 | EDUCATIONAL SUMMIT |
| BERKSHIRE COUNTY ARC | PITTSFIELD, MA | $30,900 | 2024 | TO PURCHASE VAN |
| THE ARC OF THE PIEDMONT | CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA | $30,038 | 2024 | BUILDING IMPROVEMENT |
| LANGTON GREEN | ANNAPOLIS, MD | $16,000 | 2024 | TO BUY FURNITURE |
| UNITED REHABILITATION SERVICES OF | DAYTON, OH | $15,688 | 2024 | PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT |
| WORKSOURCE ENTERPRISES | CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA | $11,976 | 2024 | TO BUY CHAIRS |
| RICHCROFT INC | HUNT VALLEY, MD | $10,500 | 2024 | SUPPORT |
| CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CENT | BIRMINGHAM, AL | $350,711 | 2023 | TO SUPPORT RESEARCH |
| CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL | BIRMINGHAM, AL | $210,650 | 2023 | TO SUPPORT RESEARCH |
| SERVICESOURCE INC | OAKTON, VA | $61,300 | 2023 | TO RENOVATE SITE |
| ST PETER'S ADULT LEARNING CENTER | BALTIMORE, MD | $43,040 | 2023 | TO BUY VANS |
| PROVIDENCE CENTER | GLEN BURNIE, MD | $32,036 | 2023 | TO BUY GENERATORS |
| MERAKEY FOUNDATION | LAFAYETTE HILL, PA | $30,859 | 2023 | TO BUILD CLASSROOM |
| VISION RESOURCES OF CENTRAL PA | HARRISBURG, PA | $25,868 | 2023 | BUILDING IMPROVEMENT |
| ACCESS INDEPENDENCE INC | WINCHESTER, VA | $25,000 | 2023 | TO BUY SUV |
CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL
$264,700TO SUPPORT RESEARCH
CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CENT
$176,579TO SUPPORT RESEARCH
OUR DREAM PURSUITS INC
$50,000CHILDREN'S ASSITIVE TECHNOLOGY
$43,500FRIED CENTER FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF
$32,976LANGTON GREEN
TO BUY FURNITURE
OCCUPATIONAL SERVICES INC
$28,488THE ARC BALTIMORE INC
$25,210PARENT EDUCATIONAL ADVOCACY
$22,960EDUCATIONAL SUMMIT
THE ARC MONTGOMERY COUNTY
$15,690BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
$14,610BELLO MACHRE INC
$11,500SHENANDOAH VALLEY DISCOVERY MUSUEM
$10,000THE BLUE BEARS SPECIAL MEALS
$9,800HUMANIUM INC
$7,837CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL
$263,550TO SUPPORT RESEARCH
CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CENT
$101,324TO SUPPORT RESEARCH
SPIRIT CLUB FOUNDATION
$41,199FITNESS EQUIPMENT
HEALING STRIDES
$26,916TO BUY SADDLES
THE ARC OF FRANKLIN-FULTON COUNTIES
$21,157TO BUY VAN
KINDNESS CVILLE
$20,696BUY CAFE EQUIPMENT
WHITE OAK SCHOOL
$19,567TO BUY EQUIPMENT
PROVIDENCE CENTER
$15,690TO BUY EQUIPMENT
RED WIGGLER FOUNDATION
$15,561TO BUY GOLF CART
THE ENDEPENDENCE CENTER OF NORTHERN
$10,000MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
SPARC
$9,527TO BUY EQUIPMENT
COMMUNITY RESIDENCE INC
$9,000TO FUND PROGRAMS
CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL
$471,821TO SUPPORT RESEARCH
WILLIAM S BAER PARTNERSHIP BOARD
$125,000BUILDING IMPROVEMENT
CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CENT
$102,365TO SUPPORT RESEARCH
VISION RESOURCES OF CENTRAL PA
$39,849TO BUY IT EQUIPMENT
PARENT EDUCATIONAL ADVOCACY
$37,200EDUCATIONAL SUMMIT
BERKSHIRE COUNTY ARC
$30,900TO PURCHASE VAN
THE ARC OF THE PIEDMONT
$30,038BUILDING IMPROVEMENT
LANGTON GREEN
$16,000TO BUY FURNITURE
WORKSOURCE ENTERPRISES
$11,976TO BUY CHAIRS
RICHCROFT INC
$10,500SUPPORT
CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CENT
$350,711TO SUPPORT RESEARCH
CIVITAN INTERNATIONAL
$210,650TO SUPPORT RESEARCH
ST PETER'S ADULT LEARNING CENTER
$43,040TO BUY VANS
PROVIDENCE CENTER
$32,036TO BUY GENERATORS
MERAKEY FOUNDATION
$30,859TO BUILD CLASSROOM
VISION RESOURCES OF CENTRAL PA
$25,868BUILDING IMPROVEMENT
ACCESS INDEPENDENCE INC
$25,000TO BUY SUV