Grants for Prosthetics & Assistive Devices 2026
Prosthetic devices and assistive technology can be life-changing for individuals recovering from amputation or managing mobility challenges. Federal, state, and local programs provide grants and funding to help cover the costs of prosthetics, orthotics, wheelchairs, and other adaptive equipment.
This guide covers federal assistance programs, state vocational rehabilitation services, nonprofit funding, and private grants available to individuals and organizations supporting prosthetic and assistive device access.
Types of Prosthetic & Assistive Device Grants
Prosthetic Limb Grants
Federal and state programs fund prosthetic limbs for individuals with lower or upper limb amputation. Programs cover initial fitting, ongoing adjustments, replacement limbs, and specialized prosthetics (activity-specific, waterproof, microprocessor-controlled).
- Medicare & Medicaid: Cover prosthetics as medical equipment for eligible beneficiaries
- Veterans Benefits: VA provides comprehensive prosthetic services and funding
- State Vocational Rehabilitation: Funding for work-related prosthetic devices
- Nonprofit Organizations: AmputeeONE, Challenged Athletes Foundation, USO provide grants
Wheelchairs & Mobility Equipment
Grants cover manual and powered wheelchairs, scooters, standing frames, and other mobility devices for individuals with spinal cord injuries, cerebral palsy, and other mobility disabilities.
- Medicaid Waiver Programs: Many states cover assistive technology through waiver programs
- Charitable Foundations: Rolling Rains Foundation, Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation
- Disability-Specific Organizations: Access grants through condition-specific nonprofits
- Local Community Programs: Easter Seals, United Way chapters provide assistive device funding
Assistive Technology & Adaptive Equipment
Grants for speech-generating devices, hearing aids, visual aids, environmental controls, and other assistive technology that increase independence and employment prospects.
- Assistive Technology Program (ATP): State-level programs funded through RSA and NIDRR
- Section 504 Rehabilitation Programs: Vocational rehabilitation funding for employment-related AT
- Special Education Funding: Schools fund assistive technology through IDEA Part B
- University-Affiliated Programs: Research and training grants for AT development
Organization-Based Prosthetic Funding
Nonprofits, clinics, and rehabilitation centers can access grants to establish prosthetic services, expand access to underserved populations, and improve prosthetic care delivery.
- HRSA Health Centers: Funding for federally qualified health centers to provide prosthetics
- Rehabilitation Services Funding: Grants for organizations providing comprehensive prosthetic services
- Community Development Programs: Grants for organizations serving rural and underserved areas
- Research & Training Grants: NIDILRR and NIH funding for prosthetic research and training
Who Qualifies for Prosthetic Grants?
Individual Eligibility
- Persons with Amputation: Individuals with limb loss due to trauma, disease, or congenital condition
- Mobility Disability: People with spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy, stroke, and other mobility limitations
- Low-Income Individuals: Those meeting income guidelines for Medicaid and state assistance programs
- Veterans: Service-connected disabilities with VA prosthetic benefits
- Medicare/Medicaid Beneficiaries: Eligible individuals can access covered prosthetic devices
- Children: Pediatric prosthetics often covered through Medicaid and disability programs
Organization Eligibility
- Nonprofits: 501(c)(3) organizations serving individuals with disabilities
- Healthcare Providers: Hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, prosthetic facilities
- Government Entities: State vocational rehabilitation agencies, public health departments
- Educational Institutions: Universities and colleges with prosthetics programs
- Community Organizations: Disability service providers, Independent Living Centers
How to Access Prosthetic Funding
- Verify Insurance Coverage: Check if Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance covers prosthetics (most do as durable medical equipment)
- Contact Your Prosthetist: Your prosthetist can submit claims to insurance and identify funding sources
- Explore State VR Services: Contact your state's vocational rehabilitation agency for work-related prosthetic funding
- Research Nonprofit Grants: Look into condition-specific and general disability nonprofits
- Apply to Charitable Programs: Many foundations offer grants for individuals needing assistive devices
- Connect with your VFW/Veteran Organization: Veterans can access additional prosthetic benefits through veteran service organizations
Key Prosthetic & Disability Funding Programs
Veterans Affairs (VA) Prosthetic Care
Funding: Comprehensive federal program
Coverage: All service-connected prosthetic needs including limbs, devices, and ongoing adjustments
Eligibility: Veterans with service-connected amputation or disability
Contact: VABenefits.va.gov or local VA Medical Center
Medicaid Prosthetic Services
Funding: Federal-state matching funds
Coverage: Prosthetics and orthotics as medical equipment (varies by state)
Eligibility: Medicaid beneficiaries meeting income and medical necessity requirements
Contact: Your state Medicaid agency or local health department
State Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Funding: RSA-funded state programs
Coverage: Prosthetics needed for employment or independence
Eligibility: Individuals with disabilities requiring services for employment
Contact: Your state's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Challenged Athletes Foundation
Type: Nonprofit grants for sports prosthetics
Coverage: Activity-specific prosthetics for athletes with physical disabilities
Eligibility: Athletes needing specialized prosthetic equipment
Website: ChallengedAthletes.org
AmputeeONE Foundation
Type: Nonprofit providing prosthetic grants
Coverage: Assistance with prosthetic costs and related care
Eligibility: Individuals with limb loss or limb difference
Website: AmputeeONE.org
Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation
Type: Disability-focused foundation grants
Coverage: Assistive technology and equipment for individuals with spinal cord injuries
Eligibility: People with spinal cord injury or paralysis
Website: ChristopherReeve.org
Assistive Technology Programs (ATP)
Funding: Federal RSA/NIDRR funding through state programs
Coverage: Assistive technology including prosthetics and adaptive equipment
Eligibility: Varies by state; typically low-income individuals with disabilities
Contact: Your state's Assistive Technology Program
Rolling Rains Foundation
Type: Nonprofit providing assistive device grants
Coverage: Wheelchairs, prosthetics, and mobility equipment
Eligibility: Low-income individuals with mobility disabilities
Website: RollingRains.org
Frequently Asked Questions
Does insurance cover prosthetic limbs?
Yes, most insurance plans cover prosthetic limbs and devices as medical equipment. Medicare covers prosthetics for beneficiaries meeting medical necessity requirements. Medicaid coverage varies by state but typically includes prosthetics. Private insurance plans usually cover prosthetics with prior authorization and may require cost-sharing. Contact your insurance provider for specific coverage details.
How much does a prosthetic limb cost?
Prosthetic costs vary widely depending on the type and complexity. Basic prosthetic limbs cost $5,000-15,000, while advanced microprocessor-controlled prosthetics can cost $50,000-100,000+. Insurance and grants typically cover these costs. Your prosthetist can work with you and your insurance to maximize coverage and find financial assistance.
Can I get grants for prosthetics if I don't have insurance?
Yes. Nonprofit organizations, charitable foundations, and state vocational rehabilitation services provide grants regardless of insurance status. Community health centers and rehabilitation facilities can also assist in finding funding. Contact AmputeeONE, Challenged Athletes Foundation, or your state's vocational rehabilitation agency for options.
Are replacement prosthetics covered by grants?
Yes, replacement prosthetics are typically covered by insurance and grant programs. Most insurance plans cover replacement limbs every 3-5 years or when medically necessary. Medicare, Medicaid, and VA benefits include replacement prosthetics. Grants and assistive technology programs also cover replacements as needs change.
How can organizations get grants to provide prosthetic services?
Healthcare providers, nonprofits, and rehabilitation centers can access HRSA grants, RSA rehabilitation funding, state vocational rehabilitation partnerships, and foundation grants to establish or expand prosthetic services. Federal and state agencies provide competitive grants for organizations serving underserved populations.
Do children's prosthetics get covered by grants?
Yes, children's prosthetics are covered through Medicaid, CHIP, private insurance, and special education funding (IDEA). Many states have pediatric prosthetic programs. Nonprofit organizations and foundations also provide grants specifically for children's prosthetic needs and assistive technology.
Related Grant Opportunities
Available Prosthetic & Assistive Device Grants
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Agency: U.S. National Science Foundation
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Agency: Department of Housing and Community Development
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Agency: State Treasurer's Office
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Agency: Madera County Grant Services Division
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Agency: Madera County Grant Services Division
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