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Assistive Technology Alternative Financing Program
| | Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number: 84.224 |
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| Website |
Link to program website |
| Sponsor |
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services |
| Deadlines |
September 7, 2012 |
| Contact |
Robert Groenendaal
Phone: 202.245.7393
Email: robert.groenendaal@ed.gov |
| Purpose |
The Alternative Financing Program (AFP) provides grants for the establishment and maintenance of programs that enable individuals with disabilities to purchase Assistive Technology devices and services through financial loans.
The AFPs may include a low-interest loan fund, an interest buy-down program, a revolving loan fund, a loan guarantee or an insurance program, or another mechanism that is approved by the Secretary. |
| Eligibility |
State and outlying area agencies; community-based organizations that are operated for individuals with disabilities and have a board of directors on which a majority of the members are individuals with disabilities or the family members, guardians, advocates, or authorized representatives of the individuals. |
Geographic
coverage |
Nationwide |
Amount of
funding |
Estimated Funds Available: $1,986,000
Estimated Number of Awards: Up to 5
Award Ceiling: $993,000 for a single budget period of 12 months |
Application
process |
Links to the full announcement and electronic application are available through grants.gov |
For complete information about funding programs, including your application status, please contact funders directly. Summaries are provided for your convenience only. RAC does not take part in application processes or monitor application status.
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