ACL Assistive Technology State Grants for Protection and Advocacy

CFDA 93.843 Active Grant
No open Grants.gov opportunities under this program right now. Browse all Department of Health and Human Services programs →

Program Funding

Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.

Latest annual funding (estimated)
$5.3M FY2026
$5.3M
FY24
$5.3M
FY25
$5.3M
FY26*
* estimated

Program Objective

To support protection and advocacy services through the systems established to provide protection and advocacy services under the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act for the purpose of assisting in the acquisition, utilization, or maintenance of assistive technology or assistive technology services for individuals with disabilities.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

  • Other

Designated protection and advocacy agencies in States and outlying areas only.

How to Apply

Award Procedure

Applications are reviewed by Department of Health and Human Services staff.

Program details & compliance

Description

To support protection and advocacy services through the systems established to provide protection and advocacy services under the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act for the purpose of assisting in the acquisition, utilization, or maintenance of assistive technology or assistive technology services for individuals with disabilities.

Mission Categories

Primary: Old Age Assistance

Use of Funds

Allowed Uses

Funds may be used to support protection and advocacy services related to assistive technology services and devices. This program is subject to non-supplanting requirements and must use a restricted indirect cost rate that is referenced under 34 CFR 76-564-76.569.

Matching Requirements

Funds are distributed on a State population basis, with a minimum annual grant of $50,000. Territories receive a minimum of $30,000.

Reporting & Compliance

Audit Required
Yes — Annual
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 F — Audit Requirements

Contacts

Ophelia McLain — Director
202-795-7401
330 C St, SW., , Washington, DC 20201
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2026-01-21. Spec v2.0. Last synced: 2026-05-29 05:42:49.