Federal Grant Award Summary

The University of Maine System received a Formula Grant award of $684,202 from the Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living (ACL) under the ACL Assistive Technology program (CFDA 93.464) for the period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. This funding supports Maine's statewide assistive technology initiative, which provides comprehensive programs to improve access to assistive technology devices and services for individuals with disabilities across all age groups. The award enables the delivery of financial assistance mechanisms, device demonstrations, technology loan programs, and financial counseling services to eligible beneficiaries.

As a designated state recipient under the Assistive Technology Act of 1998 (as amended in 2004), the University of Maine System administers Maine's formula grant allocation to enhance technology-related assistance for individuals with disabilities of all ages. The program benefits individuals with disabilities, state agencies, and community-based organizations providing disability services throughout Maine. The University of Maine at Augusta serves as the administrative entity responsible for managing award compliance, maintaining required recordkeeping in accordance with federal regulations, and ensuring state plans align with ACL oversight requirements.