Direct Center For Independence, Inc.
Tucson, AZ
- UEI
- KCQHLH6GP4P9
- CAGE
- 4DK39
- SAM.gov registration
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Company facts
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Corporate Entity (Tax Exempt)
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 1001 N Alvernon Way #101, Tucson, AZ 85711, USA
- Website
- directaz.org
- Founded
- 1980
- Employees
- 11-50
- Estimated annual revenue
- $1M-$10M
- Industry
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- Consumer Discretionary
- Consumer Services
- Diversified Consumer Services
- Specialized Consumer Services
- SIC code
- 86 Membership Organizations
- Profiles
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Grant awards
Latest 5 listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Grant subawards
| Prime recipient | Prime award | Amount | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not on record | B-24-UC-04-0502 | $53,000 | |
| Not on record | B-24-MC-04-0505 | $116,701 | |
| Not on record | B-23-UC-04-0502 | $50,000 | |
| Not on record | B-22-MC-04-0505 | $150,000 |
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About the company
Direct Center For Independence, Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Tucson, Arizona, registered with the federal government since 2006 and operating as a tax-exempt corporate entity. The organization serves as a critical component of Arizona's statewide network of independent living centers, providing comprehensive services to individuals with disabilities to promote self-sufficiency, community participation, and self-determination. Through federal grant awards administered primarily by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living (ACL), Direct Center For Independence, Inc. delivers core independent living services including peer support, skills training, advocacy, information and referral, and transition assistance to empower individuals with disabilities.
The organization has demonstrated consistent federal grant funding engagement, receiving annual formula grant awards ranging from approximately $441,000 to $819,000 over multiple fiscal years. Primary funding has come through the Centers for Independent Living (CFDA 93.432) program, with consecutive awards for FY2022-2023, FY2023-2024, FY2024-2025, and FY2025 totaling $444,878 for the most recent award period. Beyond core independent living services, Direct Center For Independence, Inc. has expanded its reach through specialized initiatives, including the FY22 Public Health Workforce Funding for Part C CILS program and the FY21 Part C CILS Access to COVID-19 Vaccines program, both administered by the Administration on Disabilities. Additionally, the organization received a cooperative agreement through the Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control for the Older Adults Home Modification Grant Program commencing October 1, 2021. The organization has functioned as a sub-awardee under Pima County Community Services, delivering home accessibility modifications, emergency repairs, and weatherization services to low-income and moderate-income owner-occupied households in Pima County through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, with sub-award activities dating back to 2021 and continuing through at least February 2024.
Quick answers
Is Direct Center For Independence, Inc. registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Direct Center For Independence, Inc.'s SAM.gov registration is active through April 16, 2027.
What is Direct Center For Independence, Inc.'s most recent federal award?
Direct Center For Independence, Inc.'s most recent federal grant award is FY 2025 ilcl ~ state plan independent living centers (2503AZILCL), from Office of Grants Management (ACL), on September 30, 2025.
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