Who Qualifies for Assistive Tech in Montana

GrantID: 77084

Grant Funding Amount Low: Open

Deadline: Ongoing

Grant Amount High: Open

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Summary

Organizations and individuals based in Montana who are engaged in Employment, Labor & Training Workforce may be eligible to apply for this funding opportunity. To discover more grants that align with your mission and objectives, visit The Grant Portal and explore listings using the Search Grant tool.

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Grant Overview

To be eligible for this funding opportunity in Montana, organizations must demonstrate a clear understanding of the state's rural education landscape and a commitment to improving assistive technology access for students with disabilities. Eligible applicants include schools, non-profits, and tribal organizations with experience working in rural Montana. The application requires a detailed plan for implementing assistive technology workshops, including a needs assessment and a description of the proposed training sessions. Montana's rural schools face unique challenges, including limited broadband access and a shortage of special education professionals. Successful applicants will demonstrate how their proposed project will address these challenges and improve educational outcomes for students with disabilities. Montana's frontier counties, such as those in the eastern part of the state, have limited access to technology infrastructure, making it essential for applicants to demonstrate innovative solutions to these challenges. Unlike Wyoming, Montana's applications must demonstrate a clear understanding of the state's tribal communities and their unique needs. ## Assistive Technology in Montana's Rural Schools ## Montana's rural schools struggle to provide adequate assistive technology support due to limited resources and infrastructure. This funding opportunity aims to address this gap. ## Application Requirements for Montana ## Applicants must submit a detailed project plan, including a budget and a timeline for implementation. ## Assessing Your Fit for Montana's Needs ## Organizations should assess their ability to navigate Montana's rural landscape and address the unique challenges faced by the state's rural schools.

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🏢 ORGANIZATION PROFILE: FOX FAMILY FOUNDATION

The Fox Family Foundation is a U.S.-based philanthropic organization focused on improving outcomes for individuals with disabilities, with a particular emphasis on blindness and low vision. The foundation supports nonprofit partners working to reduce barriers to education, employment, independence, and community participation. Its approach centers on long-term systems change through targeted investments in scalable, evidence-based programs.

🎯 MISSION & FOCUS

The foundation’s mission is to break the link between disability and poverty by funding initiatives that expand opportunity, accessibility, and inclusion. Its core focus areas include workforce development, assistive technology access, education equity, independent living, and disability-related research. Priority is given to programs that demonstrate measurable impact and the ability to improve quality of life for blind and low-vision individuals in sustainable ways.


💰 ACTIVE GRANT PROGRAMS

📘 General Grantmaking Program
https://www.foxgiving.org/grants
This is the primary funding pathway through which the foundation awards grants to eligible organizations.

Funding Priorities and Interests
The program prioritizes initiatives supporting disability inclusion, especially for blind and low-vision communities. Key areas include workforce training, employment readiness, inclusive education programs, independent living services, and assistive technology innovation. Projects that demonstrate scalable impact and measurable outcomes are preferred.

Eligibility Criteria
Eligible applicants include registered nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3)), educational institutions, and fiscally sponsored nonprofits. In limited cases, mission-aligned for-profit organizations may be considered under program-related investment structures. Individuals are not eligible to apply. International organizations are not eligible, as funding is focused within the United States.

Funding Amounts and Structure
Grant sizes vary depending on organizational scope, capacity, and program design. Funding is typically awarded as one-year or multi-year commitments, with some grants extending up to three years for established partners. Awards are generally structured to support either program implementation or general operating support.

Deadlines and Review Cycle
The foundation uses a rolling Letter of Inquiry process followed by an invitation-only full application stage. Review cycles typically occur annually, with decisions made after board evaluation. Full application timelines generally span several months from submission to final determination.

📊 APPLICATION PROCESS OVERVIEW
https://foxfoundation.org/application-process/
Applicants begin with a Letter of Inquiry. Selected organizations are then invited to submit a full proposal. The foundation conducts structured review and due diligence before making funding decisions. The process is competitive and prioritizes alignment with strategic focus areas.

🧩 GRANTS AWARDED PORTFOLIO
https://foxfoundation.org/grants-awarded/
This section reflects previously funded initiatives and illustrates the foundation’s active investment areas. Commonly funded programs include disability services, education access initiatives, workforce development programs, and community-based support services designed to improve independence and economic opportunity.

📌 ELIGIBILITY SUMMARY

Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and select educational institutions operating within the United States. Programs must serve disability-related populations, with strong emphasis on blind and low-vision communities. Small businesses are generally not eligible unless structured under specific mission-aligned funding mechanisms. Individuals are not eligible to receive funding.

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