Touch the Future Inc. Technology Grants
Touch the Future provides grant funding opportunities for qualified individuals for the purchase of computers, assistive technology, and other services as funding is available. Please go to our donation page to make a tax deductible contribution to our grant fund. Thank you.
South Carolina Assistive Technology & WorkABILITY Loan Programs
(Alternative Financing Programs from Allied Opportunities, Inc.)
Provides funding for all types of AT items, such as vehicles, equipment, and home modifications. The item requested must relate to the type of disability and be intended to enhance the quality of life for the AT User and/or Authorized Representative of the person with a disability. The loans range from $1,000 up to $30,000. Most applications are for purchasing modified vehicles.
Contact:
Clayton Knight, Loan Program Manager
cknight@alliedinc.net
PO Box 3197
West Columbia, SC 29171
Office: (803)726-7143
Fax: (803)822-8948
SC Equipment Distribution Program
SCEDP serves South Carolina residents who have a hearing or speech challenge. The equipment includes enhanced phones and alerting devices. People who qualify for the program are provided free equipment to use for as long as they remain in the state.
People can apply to SCEDP by choosing a product that meets their needs, obtaining a professional certification of a qualifying disability, and submitting the required application materials. There are no income requirements. SCEDP reaches out to people who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind, blind/low vision with hearing loss, and speech impaired.
Application instructions can be found on the SC Equipment Distribution Program website.
Autism Funding for Technology
When trying to find funding to help a child with autism, start with the child’s needs when considering what to start with. Does the child have difficulty with reading, writing, spelling, social skills? Once you identify the area of need, you will better know what aid to seek.
For further information on additional funding resources, contact the SC Autism Society or visit the SC Autism Society website.
Foundations for Autism Funding: