NADSA is often alerted by partnering and other national organizations about grants and other funding resources for which Adult Day Services centers are eligible to submit applications. NADSA will post these opportunities as they are made available and we encourage NADSA Members to share similar opportunities for posting on this page. You can forward that information to Lance Roberts at lroberts@nadsa.org. This would include state and regional grants and funding opportunities as well as any national funding resources that other centers would be eligible for participation.
The Alzheimer’s Association is accepting applications for the Center for Dementia Respite Innovation (CDRI) grant. The CDRI is a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to making respite service providers (adult day centers, in-home services, innovative models) more dementia-capable and provide the best person-centered care possible. This winter, the CDRI will provide grants totaling $4 million to respite providers. Providers can learn more and apply at alz.org/CDRI. Applications are due on March 30th. Click on the following link to access the Request for Application: 2026 RFA.
The StARS Center supports projects that advance the provision, evaluation, and accessibility of dementia care services at the state level. In 2026, up to two Dementia Care Innovation Grants will be funded with up to $110,000 in total costs (including direct and indirect costs) per project. Grantees will receive:
Applications from a range of eligible organizations, including state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, and tribal governments, are encouraged. Priority will be given to proposals from organizations engaged in statewide dementia services coordination. Applications from states new to the StARS network are highly encouraged.
Read more about StARS and current projects, and watch the recent webinar detailing the LOI process, selection criteria, and common questions.
The leadership team is also available to meet with you and discuss your LOI/proposal. Schedule a meeting.
The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Qual’ity of Life grants program offers a tiered grants strategy awarding Direct Effect (Tier 1) grants from $5,000 up to $24,999 to support a wide array of programs and activities. In addition, we have created Priority Impact grants (Tiers 2, 3 & 4) with higher maximum award amounts that focus on targeted high priority issues for people living with paralysis and their families. This enables the Reeve Foundation to continue to support valuable projects and services in communities throughout the United States of America, as well as to highlight, fund and publicize high priority issues and successful solutions. Expanded Impact grants (Tier 5) are expansions of previously awarded QOL programs that have achieved demonstrable successful impact.
Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status, municipal and state governments, school districts, recognized tribal entities, and other institutions such as community or veterans’ hospitals. For Full Program Details please visit the QOL Program Overview Page.
Application Deadline: Thursday, March 26, at 5:00 p.m.
Established in 1971 and now one of the largest senior volunteer programs in the nation, AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP engages people ages 55 and older in a diverse range of volunteer activities. AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP volunteers choose how, where, and how often they want to serve, with commitments ranging from a few hours to a maximum of 40 hours per week. Among the funding priorities are supporting older adults and caregivers, including custodial grandparents, by providing respite, support groups, system navigation, care coordination, and resources.
Eligible applicants include tribal organizations, states, territories, nonprofit organizations, local governments, and institutions of higher education. Award amounts will vary as determined by the scope of the projects. Applicants are required to match funds through local, non-federal contributions of cash or in-kind services. The required match is at least 10% of the total project budget.