Monday, August 5, 2024

Unlocking Opportunities

We understand that speech therapy and other disciplines can be expensive. We want to take the time to provide you with some helpful resources that would allow your child to continue to receive speech and language therapy during hard financial times. Below are five different foundations you might be eligible to apply for. We listed just some of the information/requirements. It is important to visit the links provided and read the full criteria for the application process. If you have questions or would like assistance with this process, we would be happy to help you. We would love to help you unlock opportunities for your child.

Family Hope Foundation:

This foundation serves families in the West Michigan Area. They have both spring and fall application cycles and families can apply for up to 1,000 dollars. The fall application is open NOW!

Family Hope Foundation | Therapy Scholarships (thefamilyhopefoundation.org)


Small Steps

This foundation awards grants up to 3,000 dollars. Small Steps has four application cycles and is for individuals up to age 22.  

01-2024+revised-individual-application.pdf (squarespace.com)

Small Steps In Speech


Oracle Health Foundation

This foundation provides grants throughout the United States. You must be 18 years of age or younger to apply for a grant. 

Pediatric Medical Grants | Oracle Health Foundation


The Orange Effect Foundation

For this grant, all insurance must be exhausted before the grant can be put into place. This foundation also has four different application cycles. Those up to 21 years of age will be considered. 

Grant Application - The Orange Effect Foundation


United Healthcare Foundation

For this foundation, the individual must be 16 years of age or younger. The regional boards for this application meet once per month to review applications. 

Apply for a Grant | UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation (uhccf.org)







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