Direct Effect Grants
Christopher Reeve Foundation Direct Effect grants fund projects that create immediate, measurable improvements in quality of life for people with paralysis through accessible spaces, adaptive equipment, and therapeutic activities.
Funder: Christopher Reeve Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (anticipated)
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$24,999 per project; 12-month grant period
Summary: Supports short- to mid-term projects that tangibly improve quality of life for people living with paralysis and their families.
Key Information: Only U.S.-based nonprofits are eligible; projects must serve U.S. communities.
Description
Direct Effect Quality of Life grants from the Christopher Reeve Foundation provide targeted funding for specific projects and activities that offer clear, tangible benefits to individuals living with paralysis and their families. Grants support a wide variety of initiatives, including accessible community spaces, adaptive sports equipment, facility accessibility modifications, transportation solutions, educational programs, and therapeutic activities. Projects must be completed within 12 months of the award and are designed to address immediate needs, creating short- to mid-term improvements in quality of life.
