Autism, iPads Autism Grants Nonprofit Foundation ipadadaygrant. L329297E-US_Federal_Funding. Autism, iPads Autism Grants Nonprofit Foundation Funding Sources. Assistive Technology Fund. The Association of Blind Citizens operates the Assistive Technology Fund. The Assistive Technology Fund (ATF) will provide funds to cover 50% of the retail price of adaptive devices or software. The ABC board of directors believes that this program will allow blind and visually impaired individuals access to technology products that will have a significant impact on improving employment opportunities, increase the level of independence and enhance their overall quality of life.
The products covered by this program must retail for a minimum of $200 with a maximum retail price of $6,000. Persons eligible to apply for assistance must have a family income of less than $50,000 and cash assets of less than $20,000. Applications will be reviewed by the Assistive Technology Committee (ATC) and recommendations will be submitted for board approval.
Applicants must be legally blind and a resident of the United States to qualify for this program.