# National Paralysis Resource Center

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/hhs-2021-acl-aod-prrc-0078-national-paralysis-resource-center/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/330907

> Administration for Community Living offered grants of up to $8.7 million (at least $8.7 million) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. It expected to make one award worth $43.5 million in total. Applications closed on May 29, 2021.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | HHS-2021-ACL-AOD-PRRC-0078 |
| Agency | Administration for Community Living |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | May 29, 2021 |
| Award ceiling | $8.7 million |
| Award floor | $8.7 million |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | $43.5 million |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 93.325 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses

Domestic public or private non-profit entities including state and local governments, Indian tribal governments and organizations (American Indian/Alaskan Native/Native American), faith-based organizations, community-based organizations, hospitals, and institutions of higher education. Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement.

## What the grant funds

ACL intends to award funds over the next five years to support one (1) National Paralysis Resource Center (NPRC) that will improve the health and quality of life of individuals living with paralysis of all ages, their families, and their support system by raising awareness of and facilitating access to a broad range of services relevant to individuals with paralysis. Through the activities of the NPRC, individuals living with paralysis and their support networks will be empowered to have increased confidence and independence, stronger support networks, and increased opportunities to be valued participants in all aspects of community living. The NPRC will operate a national resource and information center; make subawards to nonprofit community-based organizations that provide long-term services and supports to people living with paralysis; conduct promotional activities and outreach; increase support and resources available to people living with paralysis, their families and caregivers; and evaluate the activities of the Center using a variety of data, including performance measures. All activities funded under this grant will promote greater independence, equality, choice, and control for individuals living with paralysis and to help them more fully integrate into their communities. The award ceiling is $8,700,000, the award funding is $8,700,000 and the award floor is $8,700,000. The award date will be on or around July 1, 2021.

## Questions people ask

### Is HHS-2021-ACL-AOD-PRRC-0078 still open?

No. It closed on May 29, 2021.

### Who can apply for National Paralysis Resource Center?

Administration for Community Living accepted applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for National Paralysis Resource Center?

Closed May 29, 2021. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $8.7 million each. About $43.5 million in total for one award.

### Who has won Paralysis Resource Center grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Christopher Reeve Foundation, a New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation, Amputee Coalition of America Inc, National Council on the Aging, Inc. The program made 7 awards worth $68.8 million in that time.