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The Carson Foundation Funding Program
Funding for special needs services and equipment
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports people with special needs by helping fund services and equipment that improve quality of life. Funding is usually approved up to $500 per request, and eligible support includes items such as therapy, respite services, camps, day programs, trips, and assistive equipment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Sports
- Other Education
- Research
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- People with disabilities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Funding for services that improve quality of life for individuals with special needs.
- Funding for assistive or supportive equipment for individuals with special needs.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Parents of individuals with special needs
- Individuals with special needs
Eligible expenses
- Services such as respite, speech therapy, physical therapy, camps, day programs, trips, and conductive education.
- Equipment such as iPads or tablets, computers or laptops, wheel chair parts, sensory items, and specialty seating.
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants receive a reply within 2 to 3 weeks.
- They are contacted to arrange a one-on-one meeting or an open house interview.
- Approval is communicated after the first visit with The Carson Foundation.
Additional information
- The organization says it is currently clearing a funding wait list before accepting new applications.
- Applicants receive a reply in 2 to 3 weeks.
- Approval is confirmed after the first visit with The Carson Foundation.
- An application may be funded no more than two times per year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Carson Foundation Funding Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Carson Foundation Funding Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the The Carson Foundation Funding Program?
This program supports people with special needs by helping fund services and equipment that improve quality of life. Funding is usually approved up to $500 per request, and eligible support includes items such as therapy, respite services, camps, day programs, trips, and assistive equipment.
How much funding can be received?
The Carson Foundation Funding Program Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Carson Foundation Funding Program program?
To be eligible for the The Carson Foundation Funding Program program, you must:
For individuals with special needs or parents
Supports quality-of-life needs
Requires a first meeting
What expenses are eligible under The Carson Foundation Funding Program?
Funding for services that improve quality of life for individuals with special needs.
Funding for assistive or supportive equipment for individuals with special needs.
Who can I contact for more information about the The Carson Foundation Funding Program?
You can contact The Carson Family Charitable Foundation by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the The Carson Foundation Funding Program available?
The The Carson Foundation Funding Program program is available across Canada.
Is the The Carson Foundation Funding Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Carson Foundation Funding Program is a Grant and Funding