Education Foundation
This grant funds educational and research translation projects that improve life for people with spinal cord injury or disease, including MS and ALS, through education, professional development, and collaborative conferences.
Funder: Paralyzed Veterans of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 for project grants (12 months); up to $20,000 for in-person/hybrid conferences; up to $10,000 for virtual conferences
Summary: Supports educational projects, professional development, research translation, and conferences that improve the lives of individuals with spinal cord injury or disease.
Description
The Paralyzed Veterans of America Education Foundation funds innovative educational projects that enhance the quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injury or disease (SCI/D), including multiple sclerosis (MS) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Supported activities include consumer and community education, professional development for healthcare providers, translation of research into practical applications, and hosting conferences or symposia to foster collaboration and education within the SCI/D community. Projects must aim for broad-based impact and replicability, serving veterans and others with SCI/D, their families, caregivers, and professionals.
