Stronger Together Grant Program.
The Stronger Together Grant provides financial support to bridge gaps in care for people with disabilities who are living with paralysis.
We help you access essential equipment, therapy, and home or vehicle modifications that support independence and quality of life.
Grant funds are paid directly to therapy facilities, vendors, or equipment suppliers to ensure resources reach their intended purpose.
Before You Apply.
Please review the eligibility criteria, application requirements, and communication expectations below. This information will help you prepare a complete application and understand what to expect during the review process.
Applicant Eligibility Criteria
You may be eligible if you:
- Are a person with a disability living with paralysis due to a spinal cord injury (all ages welcome)
- Can demonstrate financial need through supporting documentation
- Haven’t received funding from TESF in the past 12 months
- Are located in the United States
Note: We cannot provide grants for political or religious purposes.
Application Requirements
Vendor information is required for all applications:
- At least one vendor estimate or quote for your requested therapy, equipment, or modification
- This applies to all requests: home modifications, vehicle modifications, wheelchairs, therapy sessions, equipment, and assistive technology
- Applications without vendor documentation cannot be reviewed
Additional requirements:
- Home modifications: You must own your home
- Vehicle modifications: You must own your vehicle
- Equipment requests: We’re unable to fund used therapy or adaptive equipment
- Timing matters: We cannot reimburse costs you’ve already paid or provide funding for existing debt
If something changes:
Contact us at info@thomasesmithfoundation.org if your request details change after submission.
What to Expect During The Review Process.
We’ll stay in touch: If your application moves forward in our review process, we’ll send a scheduling email.
Your response matters: Please respond within two weeks of receiving our scheduling notification, or your application will be closed.
Time zones: We’re based in Eastern Time (EST), but calendar invitations will automatically adjust to your local time zone.
QuestionS?
Please review this list of FAQs to learn more.
*Please note: Grant applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. All determinations are dependent on available resources.
Complete this form to apply for a Stronger Together Grant from the Thomas E. Smith Foundation