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Resources & Grants
Wheelchair Van Grants and Funding
This page provides information on financial assistance options, such as grants, from various organizations, government programs, and non-profits that can help with the cost of purchasing or modifying an accessible vehicle. You will find a list of these resources below.
Disclaimer: Superior Van & Mobility does not have any affiliation with the websites or content listed. This information is provided for research purposes only. Please be aware that all details are subject to change without notice.
America’s Fund
The Semper Fi Fund was created to provide immediate financial assistance and lifetime support to those 9/11 survivors who were wounded or are critically ill, as well as other injured members of all military branches and their families. They also have programs and resources to help transition back to civilian life.
Disabled American Veterans Association
The DAV advocates for the men and women who have served our country. Please find information on their services and programs here.
Free Grants For Veterans
We provide comprehensive details on grants for veterans. These free grants could help low-income veterans with bills, mortgages, rent, housing, college, and medications.
Gary Sinise Foundation
At the Gary Sinise Foundation, we serve our nation by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. We create and support unique programs to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities. Check out their R.I.S.E Program for home & vehicle modification assistance.
National Council On Aging – Veteran Benefits
Open to all veterans, the NCOA VB helps veterans during their retirement by providing unannounced assistance and resources to members.
Navy-Marine Corps Relief
NMCR is a partnership with the Navy and Marine Corps to help financially and educationally, as well as helping with other need-based assistance to active-duty and retired Sailors and Marines and their eligible family members.
Operation Family Fund
OFF is a private non-profit committed to ensuring that all available resources are used to the maximum to assist all eligible members, their caregivers, and the families of military and civilian personnel who have been severely disabled as a part of Operation Enduring and Iraqi Freedom.
Operation Homefront
OHF assists all military families during difficult financial times. They help provide food assistance, vision care, auto repair, home repair, travel and transportation assistance, moving assistance, essential items for the home, and even rent-free transitional housing for all wounded veterans and their families.
Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA)
The PVA fights for veteran equality and is a great resource and social organization.
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation
Too many caregivers are on the brink of homelessness and hunger or struggle to pay bills due to joblessness, underemployment, unexpected care costs, and unpredictable benefits. We’ve teamed with the Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation to provide military caregivers emergency relief grants to get them back on track.
Veteran Affairs
VA is a government organization providing veterans and their families benefits and resources. The VA has numerous benefits available.
Veteran Families United
Veterans Families United is an all-volunteer organization providing Resources for Veterans and Their Loved Ones. We have compiled links with service organizations, therapeutic avenues, pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment possibilities, and funding sources for those in need.
Wounded Warrior Project
WWP was created to provide services and free programs to our military wounded warriors by helping to fill the gaps in our government programs.
The following link takes you to a listing of Vocational Rehabilitation Services across the U.S.
The Department of Vocational Rehabilitation Services assists with many programs, including funding for assistive devices. Please get in touch with your local office today to learn more about the many services offered.
ALABAMA
Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP)
The Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP) is a federally funded program that protects the rights of Alabama children and adults with cognitive, mental health, or physical disabilities.
Alabama Vocational Rehabilitation Services
AVRS helps Alabama children and adults with disabilities achieve their potential through programs, assistance, resources, and guidance.
STAR – Alabama Assistive Technology Resource
STAR is Alabama’s Assistive Technology Resource, a program inside the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services. It works to increase disabled Alabamans’ independence and quality of life by providing accessibility tools, technology, and resources.
Southern Disability Foundation
The SDF is an alternative financing program for individuals with disabilities to borrow money to purchase assistive technology, adaptive equipment, or other related services at a low-interest rate or with extended terms.
United Cerebral Palsy of West Alabama
UCP helps provide AT equipment to people with disabilities by sending applications to the UCP National Bellows Fund.
ARKANSAS
Access & Accommodations
Access and Accommodations, a division of Arkansas Workforce Services, assists disabled Arkansans in working and living independently by providing various resources, services, and assistive technology.
Arkansas Adult Learning Resource Guide
Assistive technology (AT) can help students with learning disabilities be more independent at work, school, and home. This website allows users to find the right type of AT for their exact disability and provides many resources.
Arkansas Schools Assistive Technology Resource Guide
Click this link to download the Assistive Technology Resource Guide for Arkansas Schools.
Increasing Capabilities Access Network (iCAN)
iCAN connects disabled Arkansans with assistive technology to help them communicate, work, learn, and live independently. ICAN provides services to all regardless of age, location in Arkansas, type of disability, income, or other service eligibility. Here you will find resources, guides, and even financing options.
FLORIDA
Disability Rights in Florida
This website explains the Assistive Technology Act of 2004 and the rights of people with disabilities in Florida. It also provides several additional links to federal and state organizations on disability.
Florida’s Assistive Technology Program (FAAST)
FAAST helps put disabled Floridians in touch with finding assistive technology, using assistive technology, and funding solutions.
Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal-state program that helps people with disabilities find or keep employment. VR also provides needed assistive technology devices for gaining and maintaining employment.
INDIANA
Assistive Technology At Easter Seals Crossroads
ATESC works one-on-one with individuals to research and obtain the appropriate assistive technology to meet their needs.
HealthSouth Deaconess Rehabilitation Hospital
HSDRH is located in Evansville, IN. HealthSouth offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services to help patients lead active and independent lives.
Indiana Disability Resource Finder
FINDER gives people with disabilities 24/7 access to a comprehensive range of community resources designed to improve their quality of life.
Muscular Dystrophy Family Foundation (MDFF)
MDFF’s goal is to increase the quality of life for community members through advocacy, education, and the provision of life-changing resources that support greater mobility and independence.
Rehabilitation Hospital Of Indiana (RHI)
RHI provides inpatient and outpatient acute care rehabilitation in the Indianapolis area, specializing in brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, and comprehensive medical rehabilitation.
St. Nicholas Foundation
The St. Nicholas Neighbor in Need Foundation is a non-profit corporation that strives to provide quality-of-life advancements to individuals or families struggling with handicaps, disabilities, long-term illnesses, accidents, or other difficulties in life.
The Dekko Foundation
The Dekko Foundation helps fund projects to assist children up to age 18 in their path toward independence. They are open to discussing grant proposals.
IOWA
Assistive Technology Partnership (ATP) Of Iowa
ATPI helps Iowans of all ages obtain and use assistive technology for various purposes and to regain independence.
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services
IVRS helps people with disabilities in all aspects of employment and helps with assistive technology needs.
KENTUCKY
Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
CHRH is located in Lexington, KY, and provides post-acute inpatient physical rehabilitation services for all ages.
Frazier Rehabilitation Facility
Frazier Rehab in Louisville, KY, is known for its world-class acute rehabilitation care. Frazier provides extensive inpatient and outpatient therapy options across many specialties and needs.
Friends of Michael
Our mission is to encourage and support research that will help victims overcome their spinal cord injuries as well as provide grants and activities to improve the quality of life for the individuals having this disability, provide educational spinal cord injury awareness and prevention to others, and award annual scholarships to students who volunteer their time to the organization.
KATS Network
Kentucky Assistive Technology Services works toward making assistive technology information, devices, and services available to everyone regardless of age or disability. KATS does provide grants to those who qualify.
Kentucky Assistive Technology Loan Corporation (KATLC)
KATLC is a program to assist Kentuckians with disabilities in obtaining needed assistive technology devices to improve their independence or quality of life.
Kentucky Cabinet For Health And Family Services
KCHFS helps the families of children with special health care needs and the professionals/caregivers who serve them.
Kentucky Department Of Veteran Affairs
KDVF is here to serve and honor Kentucky veterans and ensure they and their families receive all the benefits they’ve earned.
Kentucky Hart-Supported Living Program
The Kentucky Hart-Supported Living program is a grant available for funding once per year. The deadline to submit a request is April 1st of each year. The fund is set up to assist disabled Kentuckians with product or service assistance that enables them to continue living independently rather than being institutionalized. The grant can purchase a wheelchair van, wheelchair lift, or other mobility aid.
Kentucky Office Of Vocational Rehabilitation
KOVR assists Kentuckians with disabilities in achieving employment and independence by purchasing assistive technology devices.
LOUISIANA
Baton Rouge Rehab Hospital
BRRH is an accredited inpatient physical rehabilitation hospital offering comprehensive neurology-based inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services.
Louisiana Assistive Technology Access Network ( LATAN)
LATAN helps individuals with disabilities and older persons with assistive technology options and services. LATAN aims to establish independence in employment, school, and community living.
Louisiana Department Of Veteran Affairs
LDVA helps serve and honor Louisiana veterans and ensures they and their families receive all the benefits they’ve earned.
Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS)
LRS provides rehabilitation services to assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining employment and/or achieving independence in their communities.
Samaritan Acts Of New Orleans
SANO works to improve the quality of life of veterans, regardless of disability or economic sound, in and around the New Orleans area.
Split Second Foundation & Gym
Life can change in seconds from an accident, stroke, or another tragic event. This is where the Split Second Foundation helps by providing what’s next: recovery, fitness, and education.
Touro Rehabilitation Center
TRC in New Orleans is here to help families recover through rehab when an injury happens. TRC is a leader in rehabilitative medicine regarding brain and spinal cord injury or comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation.
Airline Accessible Accommodation Guidelines
Here is a list of 15 US and Canadian airline companies and their accommodation guidelines for wheelchair users. cheapflights.com has provided this information as a courtesy.
Morgan’s Wonderland Accessible Water Park
Morgan’s Wonderland is the first fully accessible water park designed for people with physical disabilities. Every day, every guest with special needs enjoys free admission.
Travel New Orleans
This is the official website for traveling to the New Orleans area. Here, you will find vast, accessible travel information about the Big Easy.
Trip Buzz – Travel Guide
The number of travelers who use wheelchairs has dramatically increased over the last ten years, but so has the landscape related to accessibility. Look here for tips and suggestions on what to look for in your travels.
Vacation Destinations For Special Needs
Here is a list of 32 vacation destinations that cater to those with special needs. At these destinations, accessibility is the name of the game.
Visit Indy
Visit Indy is the official website for traveling to Indianapolis, IN. Here, you will find travel information and tips for your next visit, as well as accessible travel information.
Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF)
The Challenged Athletes Foundation’s (CAF) mission is to provide opportunities and support to people with physical challenges to pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics. The foundation offers grants to purchase adaptive sports equipment and participation fees.
Kelly Brush Foundation (KBF)
The Kelly Brush Foundation is dedicated to making active lifestyles a reality for anyone with a spinal cord injury. Through the Active Fund, we provide grants for individuals with paralysis caused by spinal cord injury to purchase adaptive sports equipment.
National Wheelchair Basketball Association
NWBA is an organization represented by over 200 wheelchair basketball teams across twenty-two conferences in the United States. To learn more or find a division near you, click here.
Special Olympics
The Special Olympics provides year-round training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. It offers opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and share gifts, skills, and friendships with their families, other Special Olympics athletes, and the community.
United States Power Soccer Association
The USPSA is the governing body for Power Soccer in the United States. Power Soccer is the first competitive team sport designed and developed specifically for wheelchair users.
United States Tennis Association
The USTA sanctions wheelchair tennis tournaments nationwide, creating play opportunities for all skill levels and those with disabilities.
United States Wheelchair Rugby
USA Wheelchair Rugby Association has programs throughout the United States for those with disabilities. Wheelchair rugby is a physical sport that is exciting to watch.
YMCA Adaptive Sports Programs
Search here for a YMCA Adaptive Sports Program near you. Most areas have programs available for those who want to try adaptive sports.
Ability Magazine
ABILITY Magazine focuses on the health and human potential of people with disabilities. AM is consistently ranked among the top 50 Magazines in the World.
Fashion For People Of ALL Abilities
Have difficulty finding fashion or gift items for someone with a disability? Here is an excellent site for fashion items for everyone, regardless of their ability. You can find items for men, women, and children.
Let Kids Play – Accessible Playground Directory
This is a comprehensive directory of accessible playgrounds worldwide. All of the playgrounds listed have inclusive and accessible features.
FREE Lifetime Pass To National Parks, Etc.
Did you know a FREE pass to more than 2000 recreation sites is available for U.S. citizens or permanent residents of any age with a permanent disability? Please find more information about the program and start seeing the amazing world in our backyard. Note: Admission isn’t always free-it may just be discounted, so check the site you plan to visit.