North Dakota State Council on Developmental Disabilities

10/21/2026

we have several exciting new grant opportunities on our website! Check it out here: https://www.nd.gov/scdd/grants

Topics for funding are:
1) Accessability Improvement
2) Advocacy Start-Up Grant
3) Civic Engagement Start Up
4) Community Engagement Grant
5) Health or Dental Training
6) Mental Health Supports Grant
7) Peer to Peer Enhancement Grant

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10/21/2026

10/20/2026

Grant Opportunities for North Dakota Communities!

Grant application deadlines are approaching for several local community foundations across North Dakota!

If your organization has a project or program that could benefit your community, now is a great time to explore funding opportunities.

Local communities with fall grant opportunities include:

• Casselton
• Hankinson
• Hannaford
• Hatton
• Hillsboro
• Jamestown
• Kindred
• Larimore
• Oakes
• Richland/Wilkin
• Towner County

Application periods, deadlines, and eligibility requirements vary by community. Visit our website to find your local community foundation, review grant guidelines, and check current application information.

https://www.ndcf.net/receive/local-community-grants.html

Additional Funding Opportunities:

• The Bush Foundation: Community Innovation Grants support ideas that address community challenges and create lasting impact.

https://www.bushfoundation.org/opportunities/community-innovation/

• North Dakota Council on the Arts: Special Projects Grants help support eligible arts events and activities.

https://www.arts.nd.gov/arts-organizations/special-projects

Know an organization that could benefit from these opportunities? Share this post to help spread the word!

Grant opportunities from outside organizations are shared for informational purposes and are not administered by NDCF.

10/15/2026

Webinar Alert!

Understanding Community Living and Action Steps for State Advocates
October 28th
4:00 PM ET
Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NjM6vHgMQyGn61VreN5Eeg

With the current federal landscape bringing attention to the rights of people with disabilities living in their communities, there are multiple actions advocates can take to make community living and inclusion a way of life.

As a part of its Home Sweet Home campaign, NACDD is hosting a webinar with leaders who have lived experience and subject matter experts. The webinar will focus on understanding community living and what state advocates can do to ensure that community living and inclusion become the way of life for people with developmental disabilities in local communities.

10/15/2026

The NDSCDD, The Arc of North Dakota, and the ARC of Cass County were proud to host Session Ready in Fargo on October 13 and in Bismarck on October 14!

A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who helped make these events a success. Our amazing speakers, dedicated volunteers, and engaged attendees made both days meaningful and impactful. We’re grateful to everyone who took part and helped make Session Ready such a valuable experience!

10/15/2026

Great event, thanks for the partnership!

10/14/2026

Thanks to National Down Syndrome Society, Dr. Kayla McKeon and Genevieve, for joining us these last two days to teach us about advocacy 101, policy, and how to make change at the state and federal levels!

10/14/2026

We only have a few spots left for our First Aid & CPR/AED Training taking place on Saturday, October 17th! Head to our website under events to register.

All participants will receive a tea (caffeinated and caffeine-free options available) provided by Patriot Nutrition!

10/14/2026

join us today!

Get ready to unleash your voice and spark meaningful change!

Today's the day for the Legislative Training opportunity hosted by the North Dakota State Council on Developmental Disabilities , where you'll connect with like-minded advocates, amplify your impact, and drive progress towards a brighter future! 🌟

Join us for a powerful day of learning, connection, and collective action
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 (in-person | 11 - 3 p.m.)

Registration
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-IsOqNPpqb9HrpYDRawqa5ftRl0tYO8d1_atNYCAtXeQLUQ/viewform

10/14/2026

The Arc of Cass County hosted disability advocacy training at Dakota Medical Foundation to help families prepare for the next legislative session.