1,429 foundations$643.3M total annual giving$10K median grant54 states with funders
Discover 1,429 grantmaking foundations funding people with disabilities programs, with combined annual giving of $643.3M. The median grant size for people with disabilities is $10K.
People with Disabilities Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
1,429
Total Annual Giving
$643.3M
Total Assets Under Management
$14.6B
Median Grant Size
$10K
States with Funders
54
Total Grants on Record
32,688
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Kjellstrom Family Foundation - General Grant Program
Youth organizations and programsPerforming and visual artsMuseums+6 more
Who can apply: Organizations must be located in and serve Winnebago, Boone, Ogle, and/or Stephenson counties in Northern Illinois, with emphasis on charitable organizations in Winnebago County. Organizations must have been operating for more than three years and generally may not have operating deficits. Applicants should be charitable organizations eligible to provide the requested tax and financial documentation, including an IRS 501(c)(3) exemption letter.
Food insecurityFood pantry capacityFood service equipment and infrastructure+6 more
Who can apply: Open to Network U.S. member agencies in good standing. Applicants must have 10% of the project budget already committed for consideration and must provide 70% of the project funding to be eligible to receive the remaining 30% match. Projects must address capital needs that increase food-service capacity, efficiency, geographic reach, scope, or number of clients served. Staffing and in-kind support do not count toward capital budget costs. Funded agencies must submit progress and final reports, financial documentation, proof of match, and a one-year post-operations narrative.
Leadership developmentPhysical disabilitiesInclusion+1 more
Who can apply: Kiwanis clubs and divisions may apply for disability leadership and inclusion projects. Builders Clubs, Key Clubs, Circle K Clubs, Aktion Clubs, and divisions may apply for qualifying Service Leadership Program projects.
Services and programs for people with disabilitiesVocational rehabilitationDisability impact
Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations able to provide a 501(c)(3) IRS Determination Letter and latest Form 990. Requested programs must have an impact on people with disabilities.
Support for vulnerable residentsGrassroots neighborhood developmentCommunity engagement+7 more
Who can apply: Eligible organizations must serve vulnerable residents, support grassroots development in traditionally underserved or underinvested Waco neighborhoods, or foster an inclusive, attractive and supportive community. Work supporting grassroots neighborhood development must fall in ZIP codes 76704, 76706 or 76707. Civic and community groups are encouraged to secure Grassroots Community Development as fiscal sponsor. Grants are reimbursement-based and do not provide upfront dollars.
The typical People with Disabilities foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 32% of People with Disabilities foundations actively fund new organizations, and 64% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About People with Disabilities Grants
How many foundations fund people with disabilities?
There are 1,429 grantmaking foundations that fund people with disabilities programs across 54 states.
What is the median grant size for people with disabilities?
The median grant from foundations funding people with disabilities is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest people with disabilities foundations?
The largest foundations funding people with disabilities by annual giving include ARC THRIFT STORES INC, ST LOUIS OFFICE FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY RESOURCES, AWS FOUNDATION INC, with combined giving of $29.8M.
Which states have the most people with disabilities funders?
The states with the most people with disabilities foundations are Florida (128), California (128), Illinois (124). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find people with disabilities grants for my nonprofit?
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