VA awards grants to qualifying organizations to plan, develop, manage, and implement programs to provide adaptive sports opportunities for disabled veterans and disabled members of the armed forces as…

This federal Project Grant award, provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) under the VA Grants for Adaptive Sports Programs for Disabled Veterans and Disabled Members of the Armed Forces (CFDA 64.034) program, will fund the Chicago Park District to plan, develop, manage, and implement adaptive sports programs for disabled veterans and disabled members of the armed forces. The $279,690.00 award, with a performance period from September 30, 2024 to September 30, 2025, will support a range of adaptive sports activities including training, technical assistance, equipment provision, and program development tailored to individuals with physical disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, and mental health conditions. The grant aims to enhance the physical, mental, and therapeutic health of the target population through specialized sports instruction, participation, and competition.

VA awards grants to qualifying organizations to plan, develop, manage, and implement programs to provide adaptive sports opportunities for disabled veterans and disabled members of the armed forces as authorized under 38 united states code 521A.