Molly Smiles Grant Program

Grant Criteria

MSF aims to provide families of children with developmental, physical, and intellectual disabilities with financial support to meet their individual needs. MSF is organized and operated exclusively for charitable purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and MSF only approves grants in furtherance of such charitable purposes.

Grants will therefore be made to families with children ages 0-17 with a diagnosed developmental, physical, or intellectual disability, in line with the MSF mission. Parents and legal guardians can apply on a child’s behalf to request grant funds for such child’s individualized needs. Examples of grants MSF would be thrilled to support include augmentative and alternative communication devices, health insurance copays, intensive treatment programs, medications, specialized equipment, and travel expenses for specialists/services. 

Children and their primary caregiver must reside in California to be eligible for a grant. Priority will be given to applicants experiencing financial hardship. 

Grant Cycle

Applications must be submitted during the year's open grant cycle. Eligible candidates who pass the initial screening will be asked to upload supporting documentation (e.g., medical diagnosis proof and photographs) within two weeks of MSF receiving the initial screening.  Applications will be reviewed by MSF team members and grant recipients will be selected by the Board. The 2025 grant cycle is closed. -If you have additional questions, please email mollysmilesfoundation@gmail.com.

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