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Find similar grantsGeorgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) Services is sponsored by Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA). GVRA offers a range of services to individuals with disabilities, including job exploration counseling, work readiness training, and work-based learning experiences, aiming to enhance workforce participation for adults with disabilities.
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apply for Bud McCall Grant | Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency Attention Social Security Disability Claimants: The Bud McCall Post-Secondary Vocational Rehabilitation Grant is awarded to students with disabilities who are seeking college or university education to prepare for employment. Individuals with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan may be a candidate for the grant and GVRA services.
To be eligible, individuals must have a disability that results in a substantial impediment to employment and be eligible for GVRA services. Additionally, their employment goal must require a college education.
Bud McCall is the first-born son of former State Representative Tom McCall and Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Services Board Member Jane McCall whose love for others served as an inspiration to his family, friends, and the entire community. Bud was born with an extensive list of disabilities and lived an extraordinary life for 15 years.
In October 2023, the Georgia Rehabilitation Services Board approved a resolution recognizing Bud McCall by naming the grant in his honor and underscoring GVRA’s commitment to helping individuals with disabilities reach their full potential. Georgia Student Finance Commission University System of Georgia Technical College System of Georgia Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Services Board To view more of GVRA's publications, click here .
Must have a disability that results in a substantial impediment to employment Must apply for services and become a GVRA client Must provide an acceptance letter for an accredited degree program at a college or university OR a degree, diploma, or Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) program at a technical college Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) every year Must apply all comparable benefits for which the individual is eligible, including Pell grants, before applying the Bud McCall Grant to their balance PLEASE NOTE: For instance, if a student receives financial aid or support such as the Pell Grant, state grants, scholarships, or other funding, the Bud McCall Grant will be paid only after that aid has been applied.
Must submit updates to include grades, student account details, and class schedule each semester to their counselor to maintain eligibility Process to Become Eligible Apply for GVRA services, click this link: GVRA Referral Website (ga. gov) . Potential clients also may call (844) 367-4872 or visit a local office .
Counselor schedules meeting to discuss: Application and career goals Eligibility determination Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) developed Individual submits required documents for support Acceptance letter (Georgia Match can be used to create an IPE but a formal acceptance letter will be required prior to expenditure of funds) Completed FASFA confirmation Below are the deadlines for submitting all post-secondary documentation for the Bud McCall Grant each semester.
Fall Semester July 1st Spring Semester December 1st Summer Semester April 1st Georgia Student Finance Commission University System of Georgia Technical College System of Georgia Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Services Board Bud McCall Grant Publications McCall Grant Poster (Spanish) McCall Grant Rack Card (Spanish) To view more of GVRA's publications, click here .
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Individuals with disabilities seeking employment support in Georgia. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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