Ian Burkhart Foundation (Grants for Independence and Quality of Life)

Ian Burkhart Foundation (Grants for Independence and Quality of Life) is sponsored by Ian Burkhart Foundation. The Ian Burkhart Foundation provides grants for items not typically covered by insurance but that significantly increase independence and quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries.

Grant Application — Ian Burkhart Foundation Confirm all eligibility requirements Gather quotes for the item desired Complete fund request form below in its entirety Eligibility requirements for individual grants: Applicants must have a spinal cord injury. They must demonstrate financial need and may be required to provide documentation. There is no age requirement; however, they must reside in the United States.

Applicants must request specific modifications or equipment. Partial Payments toward larger items will only be considered if all other payments are already in place for the total amount. Eligible items include, but are not limited to: Mobility and Living: Wheelchairs, vehicle modifications, and home modifications.

Physical Health: Exercise equipment and various types of adaptive equipment. Assistive Technology: Voice-controlled home automation, specialized software, or adaptive gaming and input devices that facilitate digital independence. Mental Health and Wellness: Items or adaptations that promote community reintegration and improve psychological well-being.

It is up to the applicant to explain how this grant will improve their quality of life and provide a clear pathway toward greater independence. Grants are disbursed directly to suppliers of the desired equipment or modifications. Estimates from potential suppliers are required before making a request.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. If awarded a grant the individual must supply the Foundation with pictures of equipment purchased and a description of how the grant enriched the individual’s quality of life, which may be used for promotional materials. Grants run on average $3,500, however, there is no minimum award and a maximum of $20,000.