Grants and Financial Resources for Families Living With Autism

Many families wonder whether they can write a grant proposal and receive funds to help them manage the financial challenges that come with an autism spectrum diagnosis.

The good news is that there are such grants; the bad news is that most are very small (less than $500), and all are very competitive. What’s more, many will only pay for specific medical expenses, and send the funds directly to the medical provider. A growing number of foundations, though, are making autism a priority for non-profit grants, which means local organizations that serve families have a better chance of receiving funds than ever before.