The Autism Society of Nebraska Offers Individual Enrichment Grants

The Autism Society of Nebraska provides individual enrichment grants in the amount of $100 to Nebraska residents who have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. Grants may be used to help pay for therapies, equipment, items, lessons or activities that enrich the life of a person with autism. Recipients must be a member of the Nebraska affiliate of the Autism Society of America.

MyGOAL Inc. Offers Grants for Families That Are Affected By Autism

MyGOAL Inc. offers two grant programs for families that are affected by autism. 

The MyGoal Family Enrichment Grant enables families to participate in socialization and educational opportunities. The purpose of the grant is to enhance the quality of life of people affected by autism by enriching the body, mind and spirit.

The MyGOAL Family Grant Award Program is a need-based grant for treatments that may not be covered by other funding sources. The $1,000 grants can be used to pay for medical treatments, nutrition interventions and personal needs.

Financial Assistance to Purchase Adaptive Equipment for Children and Adults with Autism

The JT Townsend Foundation (JTTF) provides financial assistance for children and adults with disabilities who live on Florida’s First Coast to pay for adaptive equipment that will improve their quality of life. Individuals with autism are eligible to apply for assistance.

Bright Steps Forward, Inc. Provides Grants to Florida Children Who Have Autism and Other Disabilities

Bright Steps Forward, Inc. provides financial assistance to children with neurological or developmental disabilities who reside in the Florida counties of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. The grants could be used to pay for special education services and therapeutic interventions. Children who have autism are eligible to apply for funding.

Anna's Celebration of Life Foundation Provides Funding to Enhance the Lives of Children and Adults With Special Needs

Anna’s Celebration of Life Foundation provides funding to purchase necessary, life enhancing gifts for children and young adults with special needs. Young people who have autism are eligible to apply for assistance from the foundation. Applications must be under age 18 (22 if they are still enrolled in high school) and must either reside in or receive medical treatment in Indiana. The foundation funds requests for items, devices or services that enhance the life of a child, including therapeutic tools, devices and technology.

Zane's, Inc. Provides Financial Assistance for Children and Adults with Special Needs

Zane’s, Inc. provides financial assistance to children and adults with special needs who reside in Northeast Ohio. Individuals who have autism are eligible to apply for grant assistance. The funds can be used to pay for camps, therapies, respite services, assistive or adaptive equipment, and communication devices.

Friends of Jacob Foundation Awards Grants to Children Who Have Autism

The Friends of Jacob Foundation awards grants of up to $3,000 to children under age 18 who have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Applicants must be Michigan residents and demonstrate financial need.

My Gym Challenged America Provides Grants to Children With Disabilities

My Gym Challenged America (MCCA) awards grants of up to $500 to children under age 18 with physical, cognitive and developmental disabilities. Children with autism are eligible to apply. Grants could be used for a variety of purposes, including rehabilitative therapy, assistive devices, medical equipment and sensory items.

ACTION FOR AUTISM (AFA) Academy provides scholarships for families who need financial assistance in order for their child who has autism to participate in AFA Academy programs. AFA Academy operates in the St. Louis area.

Andrew's Gift Provides Grants to Improve the Lives of People Who Have Autism

Andrew’s Gift provides grants to individuals who are affected by autism who live in Dauphin, Cumberland or Perry counties in Pennsylvania. The grants can be used to pay for therapies, summer camps, horseback riding lessons, safety equipment, and other products, services or programs that directly improve the life of an individual who has autism.

The Founders Center Offers Autism Grant

The Autism Grant provides tuition scholarships for individuals enrolled in or pursuing enrollment in programs at the Founders Center.  The Founders Center operates programs in Virginia. Contact the Founders Center for more information about scholarship opportunities available to the program.

Children Who Have Autism May Qualify for Financial Assistance from The Arya Foundation to Help Pay for Medical Equipment

The Arya Foundation provides financial assistance to help families purchase medical equipment and supplies for children with special needs. To qualify for a grant of up to $1000, children up to age 18 who live in the St. Louis area must be referred by a social worker or case manager. Children who have autism are eligible to apply. Grants from the foundation could be used to purchase a variety of supports, including communication devices. For further information, contact the foundation.

Families Affected By Autism May Qualify for Financial Assistance from Friends of Man

Friends of Man provides assistance to people with disabilities in need. Within Colorado, Friends of Man provides assistance with a wide variety of needs, including food, clothing, eyeglasses, prescriptions, therapy and daycare. Outside Colorado, assistance is limited to prostheses, medical equipment and mobility equipment. Families affected by autism may qualify for assistance from Friends of Man. To be considered for assistance, ask a church or agency to submit an application on your behalf.

PAUSE4Kids Scholarships Pay for Services for Children with Autism and Other Special Needs

PAUSE4Kids offers scholarships of up to $500 to children with special needs who live in the area served by Ventura County SELPA (Special Education Local Plan Area). Children with autism are eligible for assistance through the program. Families with limited financial resources or compelling special circumstances will receive funding priority. The scholarships must be used for services that are not covered by the applicant’s insurance.

Partnership for Patient Assistance (PPA) Could Help Families Affected By Autism Obtain Free Prescriptions and Medical Care

The Partnership for Patient Assistance (PPA) is a free service connects consumers with over 475 public and private prescription assistance programs and free and low cost clinics. The service could be of great benefit to families affected by autism who are uninsured or underinsured, as well as those who have other comorbidities, such as epilepsy, that may require costly medications and treatments.

Parker's Purpose Foundation Provides Grants to Families Affected by Autism and Other Disabilities

The Parker’s Purpose Foundation provides grants of up to $1000 to families who have a child 18 years old or younger who has a life-altering illness or disability and that have an immediate financial need due to an unforeseen medical expenses. Families that reside in Ohio receive priority consideration. Families of children who have autism are eligible to apply for financial assistance.

Individuals Who Have Autism and Epilepsy Can Seek Assistance from the Danny Did Foundation

The Danny Did Foundation offers financial assistance to help qualified individuals purchase devices to help reduce the possibility of SUDEP in people who have epilepsy. People who have both autism and epilepsy can apply for assistance through the program. For more information about the Danny Did Grant Program, contact the foundation.

C.A.R.E. Grants Provide Financial Assistance to Families Affected by Autism

The California Autism Resources & Evaluation (C.A.R.E.) Foundationprovides grants to families affected by autism. The C.A.R.E. Grant Program helps families affected by autism pay for medications, supplements, evaluations, therapies (e.g., speech, OT and ABA) and autism summer camps.

C.A.R.E. Grants are open to families that have a child who has been diagnosed with autism, live in the United States and have an annual household income of less than $75,000.

Aidan's Red Envelope Foundation Provides Grants for Children with Autism and Other Disabilities

Aidan’s Red Envelope Foundation provides grants of up to $5,000 to families of disabled children in the Southern California area. The grant can be used to pay for therapy, equipment or other approved items, services or activities that enrich the lives of disabled children. Families of children with autism are eligible to apply for grants from Aidan's Red Envelope Foundation. For more information, contact the foundation.

Monroe County Autism Foundation Provides Financial Assistance to People Who Are Affected by Autism

The Monroe County Autism Foundation provides financial assistance to individuals and families that affected by autism.

For more information, contact the Monroe County Autism Foundation, P.O. Box 6123, Bloomington, IN 47407.