Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program
ID: 354689Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Community Living (HHS-ACL)

Award Range

$100K - $700K

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354689

Additional Information

https://www.acl.gov/grants/applying-grants
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Community Living is offering the Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program grant to support initiatives that facilitate the purchase of assistive technology (AT) devices and services. This program aims to establish financing mechanisms such as low-interest loan funds, interest buy-down programs, and loan guarantees, while emphasizing consumer choice and control in the acquisition process. The funding is crucial for ensuring that individuals with disabilities have access to a wide range of AT options, regardless of their circumstances. The total estimated funding for this program is $1,970,000, with individual awards ranging from $100,000 to $700,000, and applications are due by August 12, 2024. For further details, interested applicants can contact Robert Groenendaal at Robert.Groenendaal@acl.hhs.gov or visit the additional information page at https://www.acl.gov/grants/applying-grants.

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