About
ILF Scotland is a public body that provides funding support for disabled people in Scotland and Northern Ireland. It distributes public money from the Scottish Government and Department of Health in Northern Ireland. The organization administers the Independent Living Fund, which supports individuals with complex disabilities to live independently, and the Transition Fund, which provides up to £4,000 in funding for disabled young people aged 16-25 in Scotland to try new experiences. ILF Scotland is governed by a Board of Directors, appointed by and accountable to Scottish Ministers.
Funding Opportunities
Technology Grant
The Transition Fund Technology Grant is an initiative designed to help combat digital isolation for young disabled people in Scotland. Applicants can receive a 10.9-inch Apple iPad tablet computer, keyboard/cover and pencil to help them get online. The grant aims to help eligible young people get digitally connected, as so much in today's world relies on people being able to connect to the internet. ILF Scotland recognizes that not all young disabled people are able to access technology or the internet without support. The grant is quick and easy to apply for, with successful applicants receiving their technology in around 6 weeks. For those needing different types of computer equipment, they should apply to the main Transition Fund instead.
Transition Fund
The Transition Fund provides one-off discretionary grants of up to £4,000 to young disabled people in Scotland aged between 16 and 25 years. These grants are designed to help young disabled people try new things, become more engaged and active in their community, enhance their independence and confidence, and spend more time with other people. The fund supports the transition period for young disabled people as they move towards greater independence and community participation. ILF Scotland administers this funding program to create opportunities for young disabled people to pursue experiences that might otherwise be inaccessible to them.
Transition Fund
The Transition Fund helps young disabled people in Scotland with the transition after leaving school or children's services. The fund provides financial support to enable young disabled people to try new activities and experiences that will help them become more engaged and active in their community, enhance their independence and confidence, and help them to spend more time with other people. The fund is designed to combat isolation and support the critical transition period for young adults with disabilities. Due to unprecedented demand, the fund currently restricts new grants to first-time applicants only, implemented from January 1, 2024. The current processing time for applications is 20 weeks, with applications processed in date order. Applicants are advised to submit applications at least 19 weeks before funds are needed to ensure timely processing and payment.
At a Glance
- Total Funding Opportunities
- 3
- Active Now
- 3
- Source Domain
- ilf.scot
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