SPECIAL NEEDS FUNDING—CANADA

President’s Choice Children’s Charity

www.presidentschoice.ca 

President’s Choice is a charitable organization that accepts applications from families whose children have been diagnosed with a range of disabilities including cerebral palsy, autism, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida and various developmental delays.

Grants can include therapy, equipment, home or vehicle modifications, or other items that will benefit the child.

To be considered a candidate for assistance, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Child (18 and under)

Diagnosed physical or developmental disability

Household annual income $70,000 or less

Must be a Canadian citizen and/or have permanent resident status in Canada

Jennifer Ashley Foundation

866-268-9187

905-852-1799 Ext. 22 or 23

http://www.jenash.org/

A charitable organization assisting seriously ill children and their families with special treatment needs, medical expenses and financial assistance in times of need. They will also cover various types of expenses if directly related to the child’s needs. For example, if the family cannot pay it’s rent due to having paid the child’s medical bills (proof required).

Though they will provide assistance more than once, you may only apply for therapy and respite once in a 12-month timeframe.

Call to ask for a Request for Assistance form or go online to the “get help now” section to print a copy. The form may be completed by the child’s parent, physician, therapist, social worker, teacher or community liaison.