Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program
ID: 360502Type: 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/360502

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, ensuring that individuals with disabilities have access to a wide range of AT options while emphasizing consumer choice and control. With an estimated total program funding of $1,970,000, the agency anticipates awarding three grants, with individual awards ranging from $100,000 to $700,000. Interested applicants, including nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status and community-based disability organizations, can find more information and apply through the provided contact, Robert Groenendaal, at Robert.Groenendaal@acl.hhs.gov, with applications due by April 7, 2026.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robert Groenendaal
    (202) 795-7356
    Robert.Groenendaal@acl.hhs.gov
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