State Disabilities Council announces grant opportunities
The Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council announced Monday the availability of $216,000 in federal grant funds for projects that promote systems change, capacity building and advocacy for people with developmental disabilities.
Four projects are being offered in the areas of outreach and public policy. Grant amounts can range from $26,000 up to $100,000, depending upon the project.
One project offered is a public policy research grant that analyzes other states’ responses and outcomes to eliminating subminimum wages for individuals with developmental disabilities. Another project seeks to explore and evaluate the service and support needs of individuals with developmental disabilities living in rural communities.
All grant awards are contingent upon the availability of federal funds. Applicants must provide cash or in-kind “matching” funds of 33.33 percent in non-poverty areas and 11.11 percent in poverty areas.
Interested parties can obtain more information about the available projects and application process by visiting the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council’s website (https://ddc.ohio.gov/projects-and-grants/notice-of-funds-available), or by calling (800) 766-7426. A complete list of projects, along with project descriptions, funding amounts, and project requirements can be found on the Notice of Funds Available page under the Projects and Grants tab on the Council’s website.
The Council began accepting online applications on April 26, 2024, and the deadline for all submissions will be Friday, June 28, 2024.
It is the mission of the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council to create change that improves independence, productivity and inclusion for people with developmental disabilities and their families in community life.
About Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council: The Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council is made up of over 30 members, with the majority being individuals with developmental disabilities, and parents and guardians of people with developmental disabilities who are appointed by the Governor of Ohio. By the direction of our members, the Ohio DD Council funds grant projects that aim to enrich the lives of people with developmental disabilities with an emphasis on self-determination, diversity and inclusion.
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