• The 2026 iPads for Communication Grant

    Through the generosity of Dignity Memorial and the SATB2 Gene Foundation has been awarded grants to support communication for individuals with SATB2-Associated Syndrome. These grants will fund five (5) iPads with cases, loaded with the choice of the Proloquo2Go app, TouchChat HD app, or LAMP Words for Life app, and is intended to support families who have had difficulty obtaining access to these communication devices either through insurance or the school system. This grant is open to both US and International families. For International families, you will be responsible for purchasing the iPad, case, and app once funds are received and sending proof of purchase to the SATB2 Gene Foundation. Screen shots of the receipts are acceptable. Funds will be sent via PayPal only unless another more appropriate form of payment is determined by the SATB2 Gene Foundation. Applications are due by Monday, August 10th at 5:00 pm EST. Applying for a grant does not constitute an award. If you have more than 1 dependent with SATB2-Associated Syndrome, please submit a separate application for each if needed.

  • APPLICATION TERMS

    1. Assistance will only be provided to individuals with a presently-confirmed SATB2-Associated Syndrome diagnosis by a medical professional; documentation/verification will be required no later than 5:00 PM EST, Monday, August 10th, if not already previously verified by the Foundation, for an application to be considered. Confirmation-of-diagnosis options are provided in this application.

  • 2. An incomplete application will not be considered for funding.

  • 3. Applications will be reviewed in August 2026 by the Board of Directors. All application approvals & denials will be sent to the applicant via email by the end of August. If your application is approved and you are based in the US, the iPad, case and software will be shipped to the mailing address you will be asked to provide below. If you are based outside of the US, funds will be sent to you via PayPal or another form of payment determined by the SATB2 Gene Foundation. Once funds are received, you must purchase the device, program and case and provide proof of purchase to the SATB2 Gene Foundation within 30 days. Failure to provide proof of purchase will result in immediate forfeiture of funding which must be paid back in full to the SATB2 Gene Foundation. Failure to return funding will result in prohibition from participation in any future funding programs provided by the SATB2 Gene Foundation and its funding partners.

  • 4. As there are often more applications for funding than can be supported, the board will prioritize applications from families in need who have yet to receive funding through the SATB2 Gene Foundation ahead of families who have previously received awards from the Family Assistance Program, or GPD Employees' Foundation or Dignity Memorial during the current 3-year look-back period running from 2024 through 2026.

  • 5. If your application is approved, you will need to provide a testimonial about the positive impact this grant award has had on your dependent and your family.

  • 6. If selected, Dignity Memorial, the SATB2 Gene Foundation, its representatives and employees have the right to use photographs or videos of me and my family member with SATB2-Associated Syndrome in connection to this grant. I agree that Dignity Memorial and SATB2 Gene Foundation may use such photographs or videos, with or without our names, for such purposes as publicity, illustration, advertising, and web content.

  • 7. All awards and payments are subject to applicable legal, regulatory, sanctions, and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance requirements. The SATB2 Gene Foundation may request additional information to complete its review and reserves the right to deny or withhold any payment if required to comply with applicable laws or regulations.
  • Do you agree with the above application terms?*
  • Gender of your SAS dependent*
  • Does your SAS dependent have a confirmed diagnosis by a medical professional?*
  • Is your SAS dependent currently enrolled in Dr. Zarate's SAS Clinical Registry?
  • Please indicate how you would like to provide the medical diagnosis for your SAS dependent:*
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  • Does your SAS dependent currently have an AAC device?*
  • Have you received financial assistance through the SATB2 Gene Foundation in the past three (3) years (2024 - 2026)?*
  • Which AAC app would you prefer?
  • What type of insurance coverage does your family have? Please click on 1 or more of the responses below that apply to your SAS dependent
  • ANNUAL Household Income in US Dollars*

  • SUBMIT

    Before you click the 'Submit' button below, please note that we will not consider incomplete applications. Should you have any questions about your application, please reach out to info@satb2gene.org before submitting.

  • The SATB2 Gene Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that does not discriminate against age, gender, sexual orientation, race, disability, or religion. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@satb2gene.org.
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