Accessibility Grant

Accessibility Grant Program 2026-27 is open for applications.

Deadline:  May 29, 2026

What is the Grant?

The Accessibility Grant helps remove and prevent barriers so people with disabilities can:

  • Take part in community life
  • Access services and information
  • Be included and supported

The grant supports:

  • Nothing Without Us, About Us, this means people with disabilities are included in decisions that affect them
  • The Accessibility Act
  • The provincial government’s commitment to improve accessibility for people with disabilities

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Who can Apply?

Groups applying must be based in Newfoundland and Labrador. You can apply if you are:

  • A non‑profit organization (for example: community groups, disability groups, churches, or social enterprises)
  • A Municipality or Local Service District (local areas without a town council)
  • An Indigenous government or organization

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How Much Funding You Can Get:

  • The maximum amount you can ask for is $25,000.
  • We focus first on projects that:
    • Build skills, knowledge, systems, or tools
    • Create change that lasts over time

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Guidelines:

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Application:

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Final Report:

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How to Apply:

What to Include in Your Application

Your application must explain:

  • What your organization does in the community
  • The title of your project
  • What your project will do
  • All expected costs
  • Price quotes or cost estimates from contractors or service providers
  • What will change or improve because of your project

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Applying with Partners:

  • Two or more groups can apply together using one application.
  • If you apply with partners, you must include:
    • Information about each partner
    • How you will work together
    • What each partner will do in the project

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How to Submit Your Application:

You can send your application with cost estimates by mail, fax or email. If you need help with your application or have questions, please contact us:

Accessibility Grant
Department of Social Supports and Well-Being
PO Box 8700
Confederation Building
St. John’s, NL, A1B 4J6

Telephone: (709) 729-6279
Text: (709) 725-4463
Toll-free: 1 (888) 729-6279
Fax: (709) 729-6237

Email: SSWBGrantPrograms@gov.nl.ca

Video Relay Calls welcome

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Resources:

Disability Organizations

Other Funding Options

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