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Financial Resources for AFPs (2013) -- Available formats: word
This document, jointly created by the GA, PA and WA loan programs, is a listing of alternate financial assistance resources.Small Investments, Big Returns (2013) -- Available formats: pdf word
This document demonstrates the collaborations that are possible between state VR agencies and Alternative Financing Programs. The programs from Pennsylvania, Kansas, and Arkansas are highlighted.Overcoming Medicaid’s Most Common Reasons for Saying No to Durable Medical Equipment Requests: Turning a No Into a Yes (2012) -- Available formats: word mp3
Diana Straube and Jim Sheldon of the National AT Advocacy Project present on Medicaid funding, and how to avoid common causes for denial.Second AFP Grant Competition Information Call (2012) -- Available formats: mp3
Brian Bard and Rob Groenendaal of RSA speak in a second conference call about the AFP Grant competition for 2012. They discuss grant application requirements and answer questions from participants.Reports
Assistive Technology Funding Sources (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
This list of outside funding sources for assistive technology was compiled by MDTAP, and referenced during the "Customer Service is our Goal" session of the New Directors Series on June 8, 2009.Toolkits
MDO Funding Resources Sheet (2009) -- Available formats: pdf
This chart provides a list of the major fuunding sources for microdevelopment loans.Marketing Materials
Assistive Technology Funding Sources (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
This list of outside funding sources for assistive technology was compiled by MDTAP, and referenced during the "Customer Service is our Goal" session of the New Directors Series on June 8, 2009.Training Materials
Possible Sources for Financial Literacy Education Funding (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
Funding sources as identified by users of the Community Development Banking listservSuccess Stories
Small Investments, Big Returns (2013) -- Available formats: pdf word
This document demonstrates the collaborations that are possible between state VR agencies and Alternative Financing Programs. The programs from Pennsylvania, Kansas, and Arkansas are highlighted.Teleconferences
AT AFP Grant Competition Information Call - August 21, 2014 (2014) -- Available formats: mp3
The RESNA Catalyst project and Rob Groenendaal from RSA hosted a Q&A; call on the new AT AFP grant competition. The general guidelines were discussed and specific questions from interested parties were answered.2012 AFP Grant Competition Teleconference (2012) -- Available formats: mp3
Rob Groenendaal and Brian Bard from RSA present information on and answer questions about the 2012 AFP grant competition.Overcoming Medicaid’s Most Common Reasons for Saying No to Durable Medical Equipment Requests: Turning a No Into a Yes (2012) -- Available formats: word mp3
Diana Straube and Jim Sheldon of the National AT Advocacy Project present on Medicaid funding, and how to avoid common causes for denial.Second AFP Grant Competition Information Call (2012) -- Available formats: mp3
Brian Bard and Rob Groenendaal of RSA speak in a second conference call about the AFP Grant competition for 2012. They discuss grant application requirements and answer questions from participants.Assistive Technology Funding Sources (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
This list of outside funding sources for assistive technology was compiled by MDTAP, and referenced during the "Customer Service is our Goal" session of the New Directors Series on June 8, 2009.MDO Funding Resources Sheet (2009) -- Available formats: pdf
This chart provides a list of the major fuunding sources for microdevelopment loans.Using the PASS for AT Loans (2007) -- Available formats: ppt pdf
Explains what the PASS Program is, and how it can be used to fund AT.Webinars
Real Economic Tour - Power points (2011) -- Available formats: ppt
Johnette Hartnett, National Disability Institute, describes the real economic tour.Using Tax Benefits and Credits - IRS (2011) -- Available formats: ppt
Several Tax credts are explained, including the earned income tax credit.Using Tax Benefits and Credits as a Catalyst for Economic Independence for People with Disabilities -Transcript for February 17, 2011 (2011) -- Available formats: rtf
Johnette Hartnett, National Disability Institute; Don Dill, Internal Revenue Service; and Jackie Wilks-Weathers, Georgia Center for Financial Independence & Innovation discuss several tax services and initiatives that might benefit clients needing Assistive Technology.Meetings
Federal Funding Sources for Microenterprise Development (2009) -- Available formats: pdf
This lists common funding sources, primarily federal programs that provide funding to microlenders.Funding for Microenterprise Development Organizations (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
List of current and potential funders of microloan programs.Organizational Resources
Assistive Technology Funding Sources (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
This list of outside funding sources for assistive technology was compiled by MDTAP, and referenced during the "Customer Service is our Goal" session of the New Directors Series on June 8, 2009.Federal Funding Sources for Microenterprise Development (2009) -- Available formats: pdf
This lists common funding sources, primarily federal programs that provide funding to microlenders.Funding for Microenterprise Development Organizations (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
List of current and potential funders of microloan programs.List of hearing aid resources (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
This document was referenced in the June 8, 2009 New Directors Series Call #1 "Customer Service is our Goal"MDO Funding Resources Sheet (2009) -- Available formats: pdf
This chart provides a list of the major fuunding sources for microdevelopment loans.Possible Sources for Financial Literacy Education Funding (2009) -- Available formats: rtf
Funding sources as identified by users of the Community Development Banking listservAmerican Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) Low-Interest Loans (unknown) -- Available formats: html
One of the benefits of membership in AAPD, is that its members can join the Digital Credit Union and potentially qualify for low interest loans to purchase assistive technology, vans and other equipment.Association of Blind Citizens (unknown) -- Available formats: external
The Association of Blind Citizens has established an Assistive Technology Fund to cover 50% of the price of adaptive devices or software. Applicants can apply during the three grant periods (June, September, and December) each year. There are limits on the price of the device and family income.Bank of America Access Loans (unknown) -- Available formats: html
For vehicles and home modificationsRural Housing Repair and Rehabilitation Loans (unknown) -- Available formats: html
Rural Housing Repair and Rehabilitation Loans are loans funded directly by the Government. These loans are available to very low-income rural residents who own and occupy a dwelling in need of repairs. Funds are available for repairs to improve or modernize a home, or to remove health and safety hazards. This loan is a 1% loan that may be repaid over a 20-year period.
