Overview
The CDD provides funding (grants) for the development and implementation of demonstration projects in New York State. These projects are developed by the Council in response to the needs of people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Each project must fulfill one or more goals within the CDD State Plan.
All projects are funded in accordance with New York State Public Finance Law and are subject to strict supervision by the New York State Office of State Comptroller. The Council Membership must review and approve every dollar spent on project funding.
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Funding Opportunities
Growing Advocacy Small Grant
The application period for this opportunity has closed.
The NYS Council on Developmental Disabilities (CDD) is seeking grant applications that support new and budding advocacy initiatives in New York State, as well as strengthen the capacity of existing advocacy organizations. Applications should focus on one of the following focus areas:
- Self-Advocacy Organizations: Supporting the growth or building the capacity of advocacy organizations run and led by people with developmental disabilities (DD).
- Family & Caregiver Advocacy Organizations: Supporting the growth or building the capacity of advocacy organizations run and led by families or caregivers of people with DD.
- Other Non-profit Organizations: Creating new advocacy opportunities for people with DD in organizations across NYS.
Follow this link to learn more: Growing Advocacy Small Grant Opportunity 2026 | Council on Developmental Disabilities
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