Federal Grant Award Summary

University Legal Services, Inc. received a $138,685 formula grant award from the Administration on Disabilities under the Developmental Disabilities Basic Support and Advocacy Grants program (CFDA 93.630) for the period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. The organization delivers comprehensive protection and advocacy services designed to safeguard the legal and human rights of individuals with developmental disabilities in Washington, D.C. Key service components include legal representation, investigation of abuse and neglect incidents, voting rights advocacy, assistive technology access facilitation, and community integration support that promotes self-determination and full participation in civic life.

Under this award, University Legal Services operates as the designated protection and advocacy organization for the District of Columbia, providing direct services and sub-awards to local non-profit organizations and community providers. The funding supports the organization's capacity to enable individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve independence, productivity, and full community integration through systems change efforts and coordinated advocacy activities. As a formula grant distributed through the Administration for Community Living's established allocation methodology, this award is part of the biennial distribution to all 50 states, territories, and the District of Columbia to develop comprehensive systems of support for vulnerable populations with developmental disabilities.