Federal Grant Award Summary

The Center for People with Disabilities (CPWD) received a formula grant award of $278,203 from the Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living (ACL) under the ACL Centers for Independent Living program (CFDA 93.432) on September 30, 2025. This two-year award extends through September 29, 2027, and supports CPWD's operation as Colorado's state-designated center for independent living serving individuals with significant disabilities.

Under this award, CPWD delivers five core independent living services designed to maximize independence and community integration for individuals with disabilities: information and referral, independent living skills training, peer counseling, individual and systems advocacy, and transition assistance from institutional to community-based living. CPWD operates a statewide network of consumer-controlled, community-based independent living centers that comply with Rehabilitation Act standards and assurances. The formula grant funding supports the continuation of these established services across Colorado's existing compliant centers, consistent with the state's plan for independent living.