accelerating accessibility
Increasing Access to Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles
We are the only national non-profit organization dedicated to increasing accessibility to wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs) for those unable to afford a private vehicle. Join our collaborative, industry-wide movement.
Supporting Mobility Access Needs
Promoting Inclusion and Empowerment
For many people who use a wheelchair, mobility ends in the home. More than 96 percent of wheelchair users do not have access to a private WAV. This lack of mobility limits their freedom to live fully, travel, attend school, or seek employment.
Our mission is to change that statistic—and change the lives of many individuals with disabilities—by providing greater access to WAVs.
2+ mil
The number of people in wheelchairs in the United States
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The percentage of people in wheelchairs without access to a private vehicle
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The percentage of people in wheelchairs without access to public wheelchair transportation
Bridge the Gap to Mobility
Help Individuals With Disabilities Live Life Freely
We want every individual in a wheelchair to get the vehicle they need in order to go to school, go to work, participate in sports, travel, and follow their dreams without mobility limitations.
Applying for a Grant
Start by Finding a NMEDA Dealer
Your first step to applying for a grant is finding and visiting a National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) dealer. Your dealer will work closely with you to perform a Needs Analysis and determine any gaps in financing your wheelchair accessible vehicle.
submit application
STEP 1
If there is a gap in funding for your vehicle, your NMEDA dealer will submit a grant application on your behalf.
Grant committee
review
STEP 2
The grant committee will review and make recommendations to the board.
board
approval
STEP 3
The board will review, approve, and award $5,000 grants on a quarterly basis.
notification
& funding
STEP 4
The Board will notify your NMEDA dealer of the status of your grant, and your dealer will communicate directly with you.
Bridging Access
Empowering Lives through Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles
Explore the profound impact of our endeavors as we strive to enhance accessibility and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities through wheelchair accessible vehicles.