Organized by the kind of help you need
Grant, tax-credit, loan, and direct-assistance programs for Virginia families. Each section groups programs by the kind of need they address.
Starting points only
BridgeAbility provides these programs as starting points for your own research. We do not determine eligibility, guarantee funding, or endorse any program. Program details, deadlines, and availability change — always confirm current information directly with the organization.
National nonprofit that provides grants to families for autism treatments and services, including applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, social skills groups, safety equipment, and assistive technology.
✓ Eligibility
Families with a child or adult diagnosed with autism. Income requirements apply. Applications must include documentation of diagnosis and treatment plan. Grant cycles are reviewed periodically.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Grants support assessments, therapy sessions, safety equipment, and assistive technology. Income requirements apply. Applications reviewed in scheduled cycles.
National nonprofit that provides medical grants to help children access healthcare services and equipment not fully covered by commercial health insurance. Grants can fund therapy, durable medical equipment, hearing aids, orthotics, and other medical needs.
✓ Eligibility
Children under age 16 with a current commercial health insurance plan. Families must meet income criteria. The child's medical need must not be fully covered by insurance. Apply online.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Grants help pay for medical services and equipment not covered or partially covered by a family's commercial health insurance. Families must meet income criteria and have a child under 16.
National foundation that assists families with eligible pediatric medical expenses, including therapies, equipment, surgeries and treatment-related travel. BridgeAbility does not determine eligibility; families should review the official website for current program details and application requirements.
✓ Eligibility
Families with eligible pediatric medical expenses. Eligibility criteria and application requirements are set by the foundation; see the official website for current details.
Last checked: October 19, 2026
💡 Applications generally open on the first day of each month and close on the 15th, or earlier if the monthly application limit is reached. The October 2026 window has closed. The next scheduled window opens November 1, 2026. Families should apply promptly after a window opens and confirm current availability on the official program page.
National nonprofit that provides grants to help children with speech and language disorders receive speech therapy, communication devices, and related services. Grants can fund therapy sessions, apps, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices.
✓ Eligibility
Children ages 3 to 22 with a speech or language disorder. Families must demonstrate financial need. A licensed speech-language pathologist must support the application. Application periods are announced on the website.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Grant application periods are announced on the website. A therapist recommendation is required. Grants fund therapy and communication devices.
National nonprofit that provides assistance that may include mobility equipment, prosthetics, home modifications, medical equipment, hearing aids, assistive communication devices and certain basic needs. An eligible referring professional must apply on behalf of the individual.
✓ Eligibility
An eligible referring professional must apply for the individual. Geographic and eligibility requirements vary; see the official website for current details.
Last checked: September 19, 2026
National nonprofit that provides Amtryke therapeutic tricycles to individuals with disabilities. The adaptive tricycles promote mobility, exercise, and social inclusion. A therapist assessment helps determine the right model and adaptations.
✓ Eligibility
Individuals of all ages with disabilities who can benefit from a therapeutic tricycle. A therapist recommendation may be required. Applications are submitted through local AMBUCS chapters.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Therapeutic tricycles are provided through local AMBUCS chapters. A therapist recommendation may be required to determine the appropriate model and adaptations.
ATLFA provides affordable financing for assistive technology, home modifications, and vehicle modifications that help Virginians with disabilities live independently. Loans can cover wheelchairs, hearing aids, communication devices, home accessibility modifications, and accessible vehicles.
✓ Eligibility
Virginia residents with disabilities, their family members, and employers of people with disabilities. Credit guidelines apply. Contact ATLFA to confirm eligibility and current loan terms.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 This is affordable financing, not a grant. ATLFA offers below-market interest rates and flexible repayment terms.
National nonprofit that provides grants to help children with speech and language disorders receive speech therapy, communication devices, and related services. Grants can fund therapy sessions, apps, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices.
✓ Eligibility
Children ages 3 to 22 with a speech or language disorder. Families must demonstrate financial need. A licensed speech-language pathologist must support the application. Application periods are announced on the website.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Grant application periods are announced on the website. A therapist recommendation is required. Grants fund therapy and communication devices.
Virginia Housing’s Granting Freedom program provides up to $10,000 for accessibility modifications to an owner-occupied home or rental unit in Virginia for an eligible service member or veteran with a service-connected disability resulting from a line-of-duty injury. Eligible modifications may include ramps, widened doorways, chairlifts, remote-entry devices, accessible bathrooms and kitchens, grab bars, and other disability-related home modifications.
✓ Eligibility
Virginia service members and veterans who sustained a line-of-duty injury resulting in a service-connected disability may qualify. Household income must generally be at or below 80% of the applicable area median income under HUD guidelines. The home or rental unit must be the applicant’s primary residence. Applications must be completed through a Virginia Housing-approved agent.
Last checked: October 19, 2026
💡 FY27 applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis through approved agents. The posted deadline is December 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Granting Freedom may support eligible modifications to either an owner-occupied home or rental unit. Virginia Housing’s separate Owner-Occupied Modification and Rental Unit Modification programs are closed and are not accepting applications.
National nonprofit that provides assistance that may include mobility equipment, prosthetics, home modifications, medical equipment, hearing aids, assistive communication devices and certain basic needs. An eligible referring professional must apply on behalf of the individual.
✓ Eligibility
An eligible referring professional must apply for the individual. Geographic and eligibility requirements vary; see the official website for current details.
Last checked: September 19, 2026
National nonprofit with local Virginia affiliates that provides free home repairs and accessibility modifications to low-income homeowners, particularly older adults and people with disabilities. Services can include ramps, grab bars, plumbing repairs, and structural safety modifications.
✓ Eligibility
Low-income homeowners, particularly older adults and people with disabilities. Local affiliates determine specific eligibility and availability. Contact the nearest Virginia affiliate to apply.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Services are provided by local affiliates at no cost to eligible homeowners. Availability varies by location and affiliate capacity. Contact the nearest Virginia affiliate to confirm eligibility and apply.
ATLFA provides affordable financing for assistive technology, home modifications, and vehicle modifications that help Virginians with disabilities live independently. Loans can cover wheelchairs, hearing aids, communication devices, home accessibility modifications, and accessible vehicles.
✓ Eligibility
Virginia residents with disabilities, their family members, and employers of people with disabilities. Credit guidelines apply. Contact ATLFA to confirm eligibility and current loan terms.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 This is affordable financing, not a grant. ATLFA offers below-market interest rates and flexible repayment terms.
State tax credit for making accessibility modifications to a home. Covers up to $5,000 in qualified expenses for features like ramps, widened doorways, grab bars, and accessible bathrooms. The credit is applied against Virginia state income tax.
✓ Eligibility
Virginia homeowners who have made qualified accessibility modifications. The home must be the primary residence. Annual application required through DHCD.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 This is a state tax credit, not an up-front grant. Annual program with an application window; confirm current cycle dates with DHCD.
Provides grants to eligible people with permanent physical disabilities for adaptive sports equipment and sport-related expenses such as training, competition fees, travel, lodging, camps and clinics. Equipment grants are available to eligible U.S. residents, including Virginians. Sport Expense Grants are available to eligible applicants in the U.S. and internationally.
✓ Eligibility
Open to athletes of all ages and skill levels with a medically verified permanent physical disability affecting mobility, balance, motor control or neuromuscular function. Hearing, intellectual and developmental disabilities alone do not qualify. Applicants with those disabilities may qualify if they also have an eligible permanent physical disability. Financial documentation is required, and additional documentation varies by grant type.
Last checked: September 29, 2026
💡 2026–2027 Annual Grant Program is open September 28 through November 13, 2026, closing at 5:00 p.m. Pacific / 8:00 p.m. Eastern. Applicants may apply for one annual grant type. Sport Expense Grants may support training, competition fees, travel, lodging and certain smaller equipment expenses. Equipment grants provide adaptive sports equipment or funding toward eligible equipment and are limited to U.S. residents. Medical verification and financial documentation are required; recommendation requirements vary by grant type. Annual grant decisions are expected by March 2027. Apply through the CAF Grant Portal: https://www.challengedathletes.org/grant-portal/
National nonprofit that provides Amtryke therapeutic tricycles to individuals with disabilities. The adaptive tricycles promote mobility, exercise, and social inclusion. A therapist assessment helps determine the right model and adaptations.
✓ Eligibility
Individuals of all ages with disabilities who can benefit from a therapeutic tricycle. A therapist recommendation may be required. Applications are submitted through local AMBUCS chapters.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Therapeutic tricycles are provided through local AMBUCS chapters. A therapist recommendation may be required to determine the appropriate model and adaptations.
National nonprofit that provides adaptive sports and recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. Programs include adaptive skiing, snowboarding, kayaking, cycling, rock climbing, and other outdoor activities. Financial assistance may be available for program participation.
✓ Eligibility
Individuals of all ages with disabilities. Program eligibility and financial assistance vary by activity and location. Contact NSCD for current program availability and fees.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Programs are primarily based in Colorado but serve participants nationally, including Virginians who travel for programs. Financial assistance for participation may be available.
National nonprofit that provides adaptive camp experiences for children with serious illnesses and chronic medical conditions at no cost to families. Camps include medical staff on-site and adaptive activities such as swimming, horseback riding, archery, and arts.
✓ Eligibility
Children with serious illnesses and chronic medical conditions. Specific diagnosis requirements vary by camp session. Applications open seasonally through the website.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Camp sessions are offered seasonally at no cost to families. Applications open in advance of each camp season. Medical staff are on-site.
National nonprofit that focuses on adults with autism, providing grants and support for residential, vocational, educational, and recreational programs. The foundation funds initiatives that help adults with autism live, work, and participate in their communities.
✓ Eligibility
Programs and organizations serving adults with autism. The foundation primarily funds organizations rather than individuals. Contact the foundation for current grant priorities and application information.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 The foundation primarily funds organizations and programs serving adults with autism, not individual grants. Confirm current grant priorities and application timelines on the website.
National nonprofit that provides scholarships to students with autism pursuing post-secondary education, including two-year colleges, four-year universities, and vocational or technical schools. Multiple scholarships are awarded annually.
✓ Eligibility
Students with a verified autism diagnosis pursuing post-secondary education. Application requirements include documentation of diagnosis and enrollment or acceptance. Annual application window.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Annual scholarship program with a fixed application window. Confirm current cycle dates on the website.
National nonprofit that provides financial assistance to families of children with special needs. Support is directed to therapy costs and other expenses directly related to an autism diagnosis. Families should verify current availability and requirements on the official website, because the application window can close once capacity is reached.
✓ Eligibility
Families of children with special needs. Applications may be submitted for yourself, an organization, or a family in need. Verify current eligibility and requirements on the official Apply for Funds page.
Last checked: September 19, 2026
National nonprofit that provides grants to individuals with rare medical conditions, disabled veterans, first responders, and their families. Grants can cover medical equipment, home modifications, vehicle modifications, and other quality-of-life needs.
✓ Eligibility
Individuals with rare medical conditions, disabled veterans, first responders, and their families facing significant hardship. Applications require documentation of need and financial circumstances.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Grants are one-time awards. Application review periods vary. Chive Charities prioritizes individuals with rare medical conditions and those without other resources.
National nonprofit that provides emergency grants to individuals and families in temporary financial crisis, including those with disabilities. Grants can help cover rent, utilities, medical expenses, and other essential costs to prevent larger crises.
✓ Eligibility
Individuals and families with a temporary financial hardship who are employed or have a verifiable source of income. Grant amounts and eligibility criteria vary. Apply through the website.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Grants are for temporary, short-term financial needs — not ongoing support. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis but may have wait periods.
DBHDS supplemental funding program for individuals on DD waiver waitlists providing flexible supports while awaiting waiver slot.
Last checked: September 15, 2026
💡 Opens in announced funding cycles; join official program updates. For Virginians on the DD Medicaid Waiver waiting list.