The Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities currently has two grant opportunities available for non-profit, for-profit, education, or government organizations. A Request for Proposals for one-year grants starting July 1, 2023, and an Innovative Quality of Life Grant Application for three-month grants starting April 1, 2023, are available at www.mscdd.org Approximately $525,000 is available to fund 10 or more projects.
Projects should feature new ideas to improve the lives of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Examples include developing self-advocacy and leadership skills; demonstrating new approaches or access to services, such as employment, transportation, housing, health, education, early intervention, recreation, and other community supports; or providing training or resources to people with developmental disabilities, families, or professionals to meet their needs, such as for planning for future care of aging adults with developmental disabilities.
If you have questions, please call (601) 359-5533 or email christy.ashley@dmh.ms.gov
