Accessible Vehicle and Lift Resources
Many nationwide organizations exist to help individuals and families by offering wheelchair van grants and other mobility funding assistance. Here is a listing of some sources to consider. If you know of a wheelchair accessible vehicle financial aid source we don’t have listed, please let us know at [email protected].
Brighter Tomorrow Grant
The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation offers the Brighter Tomorrow Grant to provide goods/services to improve the quality of life of those with disabilities. Maximum award of $1,000.
Phone: 1-800-225-6495
Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation
For people suffering from SCI or paralysis, a grant up to $10,000 for a specific need item.
Phone: 1-262-547-2083
Website: http://www.brpf.org/Grants/ApplicationCharitableGrants.html
Center on Technology and Disability
Comprehensive funding resource library.
Phone: 1-2102-884-8588
Website: http://www.ctdinstitute.org/
Ford Mobility Motoring Program
Will give up to $1,200 for installation of adaptive conversions in a Ford vehicle that has been purchased or leased.
Phone: 1-800-952-2248
Website: http://fordmobilitymotoring.com/Home/Index#.Vj0h59KrRhE
Grants.gov
Helpful website that contains a search engine to check the government's grant database. Use specific key words that meet your needs.
Phone: 1-800-518-4726
Website: http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/search-grants.html
HelpHOPELive
Help Hope Live supports community-based fundraising for people with unmet medical expenses and related costs due to cell and organ transplants or catastrophic injuries and illnesses. These efforts play a critical role in helping clients access the care and equipment they need to heal, live, and thrive. Unlock a powerful and safe way to raise funds for medical needs with the assistance of Help Hope Live. They provide one-on-one fundraising guidance, a customizable Campaign Page, bill pay support, and additional benefits based on their 501(c)(3) nonprofit status.
Phone: 1-800-642-8399
Website: http://helphopelive.org/
Ralph Braun Foundation
Provides grants for accessible vans, wheelchair lifts, scooter or truck lifts, or car top carriers. The foundation will help with 25% of the cost with a cap of $5,000. Aid given based on financial need.
Website: http://ralphbraunfoundation.org/
RESNA Catalyst Project
A state by state listing of financial aid and loans.
Phone: 1-703-524-6686
Website: http://resnaprojects.org/allcontacts/allafpcontacts.html
Special Kids Fund
To be eligible for the Special Kids Fund, a family must demonstrate they do not have the resources to afford a vehicle on their own. The family must also have a good driving record, carry car insurance, register the vehicle, and pick it up. Nationwide program for children and adults. Apply via their website.
Spinal Cord Opportunities for Rehabilitation Endowment
Grants available at ranging amounts to cover any accessible cost. Preference given to young people who are injured while participating in athletics.
Phone: 1-323-655-8298
Website: http://www.scorefund.org/grants.html
The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation
The Reeve Foundation cannot award grants to individuals, but the Information Specialist Team at the Paralysis Resource Center (PRC) can help individuals identify resources that can provide financial assistance.
Phone: 1-800-225-0292
Vocational Rehabilitation
The California Vocational Rehab office is a powerful resource for people looking to secure assistance for purchasing an accessible vehicle. They can also provide support in areas of employment, finding jobs, and more.
Phone: 1-2102-884-8588
Website: http://www.rehab.cahwnet.gov/
Other Funding Options
Disabled Dealer
The Nations #1 "By Owner" resource for buying and selling wheelchair accessible vehicles and medical equipment.