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Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program

Administration for Community Living

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Closing in 16 daysLast verified: 2026-07-01

About This Grant

The purpose of the Assistive Technology (AT) Alternative Financing Program (AFP) is to support programs that provide for the purchase of AT, such as a low-interest loan fund, an interest buy-down program, a revolving loan fund, a loan guarantee, or an insurance program, that results in the acquisition of AT devices and services. Applicants for the AT AFP grant awards are required to provide an assurance that, and information describing the manner in which, the AT AFP will expand and emphasize consumer choice and control. Applicants should incorporate credit-building activities in their programs, including financial education and information about other possible funding sources. Successful applicants must emphasize consumer choice and control and build programs that will provide financing for the full array of AT devices and services and ensure that all people with disabilities, regardless of type of disability or health condition, age, level of income, and residence, have access to the program.

Grant Summary

Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program is a Administration for Community Living grant providing $100K to $700K for nonprofit, university, municipality. Applications are due 2026-07-22 (closing in 16 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

Focus Areas

science_technology_and_other_research_and_development

Eligibility

  • State agencies and community-based disability organizations that are directed by and operated for individuals with disabilities shall be eligible to compete. Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement.
nonprofituniversitymunicipalitytribal government

How to Apply

Funding Range

$100K$700K

Deadline

2026-07-22

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program from Administration for Community Living, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
  4. 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Administration for Community Living before the deadline.
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Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program?

Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program is offered by Administration for Community Living and is generally open to nonprofit, university, municipality, tribal government. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program provide?

Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program provides between $100K and $700K per award from Administration for Community Living. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program deadline?

Applications for Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program are due 2026-07-22 (closing in 16 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Administration for Community Living, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program?

To apply for Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Administration for Community Living.

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