Nonprofits and County Human Services organizations now have the opportunity to apply for a substantial funding boost to support people with disabilities. The Colorado Disability Funding Committee has announced the opening of grant applications for the Disability Benefit Application Assistance Grants, with a total of $2 million available for allocation.
Increased Funding for a Crucial Cause
This year’s funding represents a significant increase from last year’s total of approximately $500,000. The additional funds aim to assist nonprofit organizations in helping individuals with disabilities navigate the application processes for vital benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), and Medicaid.
The grants are intended to ease the financial burden for organizations providing crucial services to people with disabilities, helping them access essential government benefits that they may otherwise struggle to obtain due to the complexity of the application processes.
Grant Application Details
Organizations interested in applying for the Disability Benefit Application Assistance Grant must submit their applications by January 31, 2024. This deadline allows organizations ample time to prepare their submissions and apply for a portion of the $2 million funding.
The funding will be distributed to eligible nonprofits and county human services agencies that are dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities in their pursuit of benefits. These funds will also assist in reducing the barriers to accessing social support services for some of the most vulnerable members of society.
A Step Towards Greater Accessibility
The increase in available funding highlights the growing recognition of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in accessing critical government services. By increasing the resources available to help these individuals, the Colorado Disability Funding Committee is striving to make a tangible impact on the lives of those who may otherwise be left behind due to the complexity of benefit applications.
With applications now open, nonprofits and county services have a unique opportunity to expand their programs, ensuring that more people with disabilities receive the assistance they need to improve their quality of life.
