American Printing House for the Blind

CFDA 84.906 Active Direct Payment (Specified Use)
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Program Funding

Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.

Latest annual funding (estimated)
$43.4M FY2026
$43.4M
FY24
$43.4M
FY25
$43.4M
FY26*
* estimated

Program Objective

In fulfilment of 20 U.S.C. 101 et seq., to manufacture and furnish books and other materials specially adapted for instruction of learners who are blind or visually impaired pursuing a course of study of less than college grade in public and private nonprofit institutions in all States, Territories, and outlying areas.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

  • Other

This is a directed award. Only the American Printing House for the Blind may receive these funds when Congress appropriates funds for this program.

Beneficiaries

  • Consumer

Students below the college level who are blind.

How to Apply

Award Procedure

Funds are typically made available to the identified recipient on a quarterly basis.

Program details & compliance

Description

Congressionally appropriated funds are used to manufacture and furnish books and other materials specially adapted for instruction of learners who are blind or visually impaired pursuing a course of study of less than college grade in public and private nonprofit institutions in all States, Territories, and outlying areas.

Mission Categories

Primary: Vocational Education

Other categories:
General and Special Interest OrganizationsResearch and Development

Use of Funds

Allowed Uses

Funds must be used in alignment with the governing statute.

Reporting & Compliance

Records Retention
3 years

Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts

  • Subpart B — General Provisions
  • Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
  • Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
  • Subpart E — Cost Principles
  • Subpart F — Audit Requirements

Contacts

Rebecca Sheffield
2022456490
Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs, Washington, DC 20202
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2026-07-28. Spec v2.0. Last synced: 2026-08-08 03:03:54.