Ability Central is now seeking applications for its 2026–2028 grant cycle to support programs that expand access to communication and information for people who are Deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent.
Donor Name: Ability Central
State: California
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/31/2025
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: 2 Years
Details:
The four Focus areas for this cycle are:
- Digital Accessibility Software and Applications
- This initiative funds programs based on continued development and implementation of web and mobile based applications of innovative software and technologies, services, and solutions benefiting people with disabilities. It also supports the creation of new technologies, services, and solutions, with an emphasis on expanding access and inclusion.
- Assistive Technology
- This initiative funds programs based on developing and utilizing tools like screen readers, speech-to-text software, and other assistive technologies that help individuals with disabilities overcome barriers to learning and performing tasks.
- Workforce Development
- This initiative funds programs to support training, assistive technology, experience and support for people with disabilities, emphasizing both hard and soft skill development in relation to the workforce. This can include training, mentorships, work-based learning programs, and coaching assistance. This includes developmental opportunities and tailored training for targeted communities, such as communication differences and disabled individuals, while promoting the use of existing resources.
- Communication
- This initiative funds programs to support the expansion of communication access programs and/or support the increase in the inclusion and participation of communication differences and disabilities individuals and others with disabilities in events and programs. It also promotes the use of existing resources to support equitable access and engagement.
Project Period
This funding cycle is a 2-year funding cycle, which will run from 2026 to 2028.
Guidelines
- Must be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit or a qualifying college/university.
- Management of the organization (and project) overseen by reliable, ethical and experienced personnel.
- Project plans need to demonstrate the ability to achieve results and demonstrate impact.
- No organization that discriminates in any way (age, race, national origin, gender, physical ability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or religious belief) will be considered for funding.
- SERVICE AREA – The geographic region from which Ability Central accepts applications is clearly defined. Ability Central only accepts applications from organizations whose projects will serve the community and people in California.
- Grant eligibility shall be determined by where the program operates or where the population served resides, not the location of the nonprofit’s headquarters.
For more information, visit Ability Central.
