GRANT APPLICATIONS
Technology, as widely accessible as it might be, is not always affordable. To address this, there are many resources we can help you navigate.
The Tyler Schrenk Foundation provides two grants: The Jose Blakely Memorial Grant and the Demonstrating Independence Program Grant.
The José Blakely Memorial Grant
The José Blakely Memorial Grant focuses on one individual a year. Anyone that is looking to increase their independence is eligible.
This grant will not be limited to just one device that can increase independence but whatever is necessary to have a sustained impact on the recipient's life.
Submissions are reviewed in July of every year with a recipient being selected by August.
José was not only a great friend and mentor of mine but he was the first person to encourage me to begin to use assistive technologies to increase my independence. Without José, I would not be in the honored position to be able to help others as he helped me.
– Tyler Schrenk
The Demonstrating Independence Grant
The Demonstrating Independence Grant provides several recipients with assistive technologies, enabling a more independent lifestyle.
A device is provided that can help someone control their lights or TV by voice, enable phone calls, and much, much more.
Submissions are reviewed and recipients selected on a rolling basis.
APPLY FOR A GRANT
What You Need to Know
You will have access to up to $1,000 in technology, training, and installation (if necessary).
You will be assigned an Assistive Technology (AT) Trainer to assist you throughout the program.
Training and/or installation sessions will be recorded for training purposes and to ensure device quality.
All devices remain the property of the TSF AT For All Grant until your successful completion of the program.
Track 1 for the AT for All Grant Pilot will provide you with $1,000 for assistive technology devices and assistive technology support. Assistive technology support includes, your own AT trainer who will be your assistive technology guide, from helping you pick the right AT for you, providing remote installation support and remote training on the devices you receive If you don’t need these support options scroll down for Track 2.
Track 2 for the AT for All Grant Pilot will provide you with $1,000 for assistive technology devices. If you know what kind of assistive technology device(s) you need and are comfortable setting these devices on your own as well as being able to show that you are able to operate these devices independently then Track 2 is for you. If you choose Track 2 you will still need to meet with a AT trainer for a grant intro meeting followed by another video meeting where you will be recordred using your assistive tech. If you need help with any of the following, picking out equipment, installing equipment or help learning how to use your assistive tech then you will need to sign up for Track 1.
SEEKING IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE?
TSF also offers consultations at request. If you’re seeking more information on assistive technology, or guidance on setup and use, you can schedule a consultation.