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In 2005, the National Foundation for Autism Research introduced two types of grants to the San Diego community; the larger Pilot Project/ Community Program grants and the San Diego Autism Teacher's grants. These grants are made possible by the funds raised by the parents, friends, professionals and supporters of the San Diego Race for Autism held in Balboa Park each March.

To apply for grant funding, please refer to the instructions below.

1) Pilot Projects/ Community Programs Grants- provides funds to non-profit organizations for the purpose of creating or expanding programs that increase the current level of treatment services to children with autism. Proposal topics may include pilot studies of treatments, outreach to under-served populations, research studies to improve treatment, and efficacy of treatment programs, and should strive to have an immediate impact on the needs of the community. These grants can be up to $10,000 each.

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Interested parties should submit a Letter of Interest (LOI.) For this year, we are asking for LOIs in the following areas of interest:

- Education Programs
- Treatment Options
- Adult Transition

Note: Research studies should have a direct service component (serving those with autism.)

Please submit a one to two page Letter of Interest. We do not use an application form. The LOI should include the following:

1. Information about the organization's mission and activities
2. Overview and goals of the project
3. Project costs and breakdown
4. Professionals involved in the project.
5. The number of children with autism to be served.

  Letters of Intent due   Sept. 15, 2009
  Invitation for detailed Grant submission   No later than Oct 12, 2009
  Grant Applications due   October 22, 2009
  Award Decision   November 2, 2009

 

 

 

 

Mail letters of interest to:

National Foundation for Autism Research
PO Box 502177
San Diego, CA 92150

 

2) The San Diego Autism Teachers Grants - Through the San Diego Autism Teachers Fund, NFAR is assisting educators by providing for the specialized needs of their students with autism. Grants are for $100 to $500 per classroom, and are to be used for specialized and/or additional educational programs, materials and equipment. Up to $1000 may be awarded for a single specialized item. No more than three classrooms may be awarded per school site.

Teacher's Grant Applications due Sept.15, 2009

Award Decision Oct. 30, 2009

Download the Teacher's Grant Application Here
 

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Grants

Since 2005, NFAR has awarded teacher’s grants to 156 educators who are making a difference for their students with autism. These grants are being used for the development of specialized programs and academic curriculum in areas of communication, play and social skills, reading, math, and sensory management.

Grant applications for the 2010/ 2011 school year are due on Sept.15, 2010.