Grant to Help Disabled Athletes Pursue Sports and Recreation in Connecticut (USA)
GrantID: 75491
Grant Funding Amount Low: $500
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $5,000
Summary
A grant opportunity is available to assist individuals living with permanent physical disabilities who aspire to participate more fully in adaptive sports and athletic competition. This program provides financial assistance to reduce the barriers often associated with pursuing sports for those requiring specialized adaptive equipment or training support. Eligible applicants include individuals of all ages and experience levels who have a permanent physical disability that affects mobility, balance, coordination, or motor function. Applicants with disabilities limited to chronic pain, hearing loss, or cognitive or developmental conditions are not eligible. Teams, clubs, and organizations are also excluded, as the program focuses entirely on supporting individual athletes.
Grant awards vary depending on the nature of the request, the sport involved, and demonstrated financial need. Individual awards typically range from $500 to $5,000 and may be used to purchase adaptive equipment such as sport wheelchairs, handcycles, or prosthetics designed for athletic performance. Funds can also cover coaching costs, travel to competitions, registration or training fees, and other expenses directly related to adaptive sports participation. The goal is to remove financial obstacles that often prevent athletes with disabilities from engaging in competitive or recreational activities.
Applicants must provide medical verification of their disability and describe how the grant will help them achieve their personal or athletic goals. Proposals that demonstrate clear impact, long-term commitment to sport, and community engagement are prioritized during the review process. Applications are accepted through an online system during an annual grant cycle, with select regional programs available at other times.
This funding opportunity helps empower individuals with physical disabilities to achieve greater independence, improve physical and mental well-being, and build community through sports. It promotes inclusion, determination, and excellence by enabling athletes to train, compete, and thrive in adaptive athletic programs worldwide.
Those working in Sports & Recreation and located in Connecticut may meet the eligibility criteria for this grant. To browse other funding opportunities suited to your focus areas, visit The Grant Portal and try the Search Grant tool.
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