Federal Grant Award Summary

Disability Rights Michigan received a Formula Grant award of $178,422 from the Administration on Disabilities (Administration for Community Living) under the ACL Assistive Technology State Grants for Protection and Advocacy program (CFDA 93.843), effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. This award supports protection and advocacy services designed to assist individuals with disabilities in acquiring, utilizing, and maintaining assistive technology (AT) and assistive technology services.

Under this grant, Disability Rights Michigan delivers legal advocacy, systems change initiatives, information and referral services, and dispute resolution activities focused on enhancing independence and community integration for individuals with disabilities. As Michigan's designated protection and advocacy system, the organization provides comprehensive legal representation and rights protection services to ensure that individuals with disabilities can exercise their legal and constitutional rights and access necessary accommodations. The funding supports advocacy efforts across multiple disability populations, enabling the organization to serve as a critical intermediary connecting vulnerable populations with assistive technology resources and legal remedies necessary for full civic participation.