The Carl Edward Foundation
2026 Grant Application
Funding adaptive equipment, home modifications, and accessibility solutions that restore safety, dignity, and independence for individuals living with spinal cord injuries and progressive neurological diseases.
Eligibility (Rolling Application Process)
This grant is available to Colorado residents who are living with a spinal cord injury or a progressive neurological disease (including SCI, ALS, MS, Parkinson’s, MSA, PSP, SMA, PLS, and similar conditions) and are seeking assistance with adaptive equipment, home modifications, respite care, or uncovered copays/coinsurance. Eligible applicants are those whose needs cannot be met through insurance, Medicaid waivers, or other programs—whether due to denial, delayed coverage, or out-of-pocket costs that exceed their financial capacity—and whose household income falls below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level, or who can demonstrate a significant disability-related funding gap.
Federal Poverty Level (FPL) Reference Chart – 250% Eligibility Threshold
To help determine financial eligibility, households generally qualify if their total yearly income is below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). This means a single individual may qualify if they earn less than $39,125 per year. A household of two may qualify if their combined income is below $52,875, and a family of three may qualify if their income is under $66,625. For a family of four, the threshold is $80,375. For a five-person household, the limit is $94,125, and for six people, it is $107,875. Larger households also qualify at higher levels: $121,625 for seven people and $135,375 for eight people.**Applicants whose income exceeds these amounts may still qualify if they can demonstrate a significant disability-related financial hardship—such as high medical expenses, insurance denial, delayed Medicaid waiver approval, copays/coinsurance for essential equipment, or other documented funding gaps.
Applicant Information
Name
First Name
Last Name
Date of birth
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Address
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Proof of Colorado Residency (ID or recent utility bill)
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Picture of current broken equipment to be replaced (if applicable)
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Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email
example@example.com
Diagnosis and Medical Information
Primary Diagnosis (Spinal Cord Injury, Parkinson's Disease, ALS, MS, PSP, PLS, MSA)
Year of Onset
Upload Medical documentation showing diagnosis listed (most recent chart note with diagnosis code is fine)
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Project/Equipment Request
Request Description (equipment, home modification, respite care or medical supplies currently needed)
How will this project improve safety, mobility, independence, dignity, or community access?
Estimated Cost
Vendor/Contractor Name
Vendor Contact Info (phone number, email, website)
Vendor, Contractor or Equipment Estimate
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Property Information
Property Owner Name (complete only if you are requesting home modifications)
Property Owner Contact Info (if different from applicant)
Written Homeowner Approval for Modifications
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Financial Information
Household Income (per year) (will ask for proof of income if needed)
Number of people in household
Other funding sources attempted or received for this need (e.g., Medicaid waiver, other nonprofit support, insurance appeal, etc.)
Urgency of Request
Is this request time sensitive (ie broke equipment, unsafe housing, immediate need of respite due to caregiver illness, etc)
Yes
No
If yes, please explain:
Required Attachments Checklist
Have you uploaded the following if applicable?
Medical Documentation confirming diagnosis
Itemized Vendor Estimate/Quote
Proof of Colorado Residence
Homeowner Authorization (if applicable)
Photos (if applicable)
Consent and Communication Authorization
By submitting this application, I authorize The Carl Edward Foundation to contact my healthcare provider to verify my diagnosis and the medical necessity of the requested equipment or modification; to communicate with my vendor or contractor regarding project scope, pricing, and timelines; and to verify project details, safety considerations, and installation requirements. I also authorize the Foundation to maintain copies of my application and supporting documentation for internal recordkeeping, and—if I choose to consent below—to use non-identifying portions of my story to demonstrate program impact.
Optional Story/Photo Consent (do you consent to the Foundation using non-identifying photos or project descriptions :
YES
NO
Applicant Declaration
I certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete. I understand that all funds awarded are paid directly to vendors or contractors and never to applicants, and that submitting this application does not guarantee funding. I acknowledge that incomplete applications will not be reviewed, that I may reapply after 24 months if approved, and that I agree to comply with all program policies and procedures.
Liability Waiver & Release
I understand that if I am approved for funding, I will be required to sign a formal Liability Waiver & Release Agreement before any funds are issued. I acknowledge that The Carl Edward Foundation is not responsible for the actions, performance, workmanship, or timelines of any vendors or contractors involved in my project. I agree that the Foundation does not guarantee the safety, effectiveness, or outcome of any equipment or home modification funded through this grant, and I release the Foundation from any liability related to the installation, use, or maintenance of such equipment or modifications.
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