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2025 Quality of Life Grants Program is a grant from the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation that funds nonprofit organizations improving quality of life for individuals living with paralysis and their families and caregivers. Created by the late Dana Reeve, the program supports projects focused on access, independence, community engagement, and life-enhancing services for people with disabilities.
Awards of up to $24,999 are available to qualifying nonprofits. Since its founding in 1999, the program has awarded over $50 million to more than 4,100 projects across the United States, supporting nonprofits, tribal entities, and municipalities. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations serving individuals with paralysis.
The 2025 application cycle closed March 12, 2026, with award announcements expected May 30, 2026.
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Click here to register for our Reeve Golf Classic in August! Funding for Nonprofits / Quality of Life Grants Funding for Nonprofits / Quality of Life Grants Pioneered by Dana Reeve, the Reeve Foundation Quality of Life Grants Program awards grants to nonprofit organizations that impact people living with paralysis, their families and caregivers. Learn more about the program and find out how to apply.
The grant application process is closed. The application process closed Thursday, March 12, 2026. Grant award announcements will be provided on May 30, 2026.
About the Quality of Life Grants Program The Quality of Life Grants Program, created by the late Dana Reeve, strives to help individuals with disabilities and their families by providing grants to nonprofit organizations that improve quality of life through access, independence, opportunities for community engagement, and other life-enhancing endeavors.
The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Quality of Life Grants Program, created by the late Dana Reeve, has awarded since its inception in 1999 a total of over $50 million to more than 4,100 projects across the United States of America. Grants have funded nonprofits, tribal entities, and municipalities for a wide array of projects, programs, and services. “Our Quality of Life program is about freedom.
” The late Dana Reeve passionately believed that while working towards a cure, there are millions of people who deserve an improved quality of life. “Our Quality of Life program is about freedom. ” The late Dana Reeve passionately believed that while working towards a cure, there are millions of people who deserve an improved quality of life.
How to Apply for a Quality of Life Grant: Start by reading the Program Overview to learn more. Read our Eligibility Criteria and Funding Restrictions to determine if your nonprofit organization is eligible to apply for a Quality of Life grant. Nonprofit organizations that fit the eligibility criteria are invited to apply through our online grants portal .
Quality of Life Grant Application Process Guidance on how to apply for a Quality of Life grant, as well as the timeline and templates to get you started. Applications are welcome from nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status, municipal and state governments, school districts, recognized tribal entities and other institutions such as community or veterans hospitals. Do you award grants to individuals?
No. The Reeve Foundation cannot award grants to individuals, but our team of Information Specialists can help you identify resources that provide financial assistance. You can call us toll-free at 1-800-539-7309 or send us a question through our simple online form . Do you give special consideration to programs for veterans?
Yes. The Reeve Foundation gives special consideration to organizations that serve returning wounded military and their families. What kind of projects do you fund?
Please refer to the Quality of Life Grants Program Overview page for a description of Direct Effect, Priority Impact, and Expanded Impact projects funded. We strongly encourage requests to support the launch of new initiatives or the expansion of existing projects that serve individuals living with paralysis, their families and caregivers. How do you define “organizations that provide services to individuals impacted by paralysis”?
Grants are awarded to organizations that address the needs of people living with paralysis caused by spinal cord and other injuries, diseases or birth conditions, including (but not limited to) stroke, spina bifida, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
We also support initiatives that are focused on caregiving and improving the quality of life of family members who are caring for a loved one living with disability. The answers to most questions can be found within the application guidelines located on the Application Process page. If you have other questions, please email [email protected] .
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofits supporting individuals with paralysis and their families. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $24,999 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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