Deadline: 25-Jul-22
The Virginia Board for People with Disabilities is seeking applications for Diversity, Inclusion & Visibility Grant Program to support local, regional, or statewide efforts that are culturally and linguistically competent, and that promote the diversity, inclusion and visibility of people with developmental and other disabilities.
Projects should be designed to achieve systems change, i.e., to transform fragmented approaches into a coordinated and effective system which ensures that individuals with DD and their families participate in the design of, and have access to, needed community services, individualized supports, and other assistance that promote self-determination, independence, productivity, and integration and inclusion in all facets of community life. The public awareness campaign should approach systems change by addressing attitudinal barriers.
The developed grant project will result in an integrated, systematic public awareness campaign that:
- promotes the benefits of including people with developmental and other disabilities in community life,
- showcases the talents and contributions of people with developmental and other disabilities in their communities, and
- increases overall public awareness of the Board’s mission and message to position it as a leader in the DD community, through effective outreach and interaction with stakeholders and the general public.
Funding Information
The Board may fund up to $250,000 to one organization for the current grant cycle. The Board may award all or a portion of available funds. The Board may choose not to award grant funds if budget limitations are encountered or if it determines that none of the grant proposals will achieve the desired systemic change. Grant periods are typically 12 – 24 months, however, shorter or longer periods may be considered.
Target Area: Public Awareness
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible organizations include state or other public agencies, including universities, non-profit organizations or for-profit organizations. The Board encourages braided funding and partnerships. Please be sure to clearly describe the planned role and responsibilities of each partner at all stages of the project. Only one organization can receive the grant and will be contractually responsible for grant administration, reporting and delivery of the project.
For more information, visit https://www.vaboard.org/