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Ben’s Fund Autism Grant
The Ben's Fund Mission is to provide support to children and young adults with autism through financial assistance and guidance.
How to Apply
Please complete one application per applying child. Applicant must be submitted by parent or legal guardian unless applying for young adult grants. Applications are accepted year round and are reviewed and awarded monthly. Only completed applications will be reviewed. Please allow 30-45 days from the date we receive your completed application for final award decision. Awarded funds must be used within one year of award date.
Please print and MAIL or FAX applications to:
FEAT of WA - Attn: Ben's Fund
14434 NE 8th St, Suite #300
Bellevue, WA 98007
Fax: (425) 502-9310
FEAT of WA - Attn: Ben's Fund
14434 NE 8th St, Suite #300
Bellevue, WA 98007
Fax: (425) 502-9310
What Ben's Fund Covers
From therapies to equipment, we support Washington families by easing some of the financial strain associated with autism. Ben's Fund grants are available for up to $1,000.00 per qualifying child or young adult, per award year.
Our Story
Ben’s Fund was established in 2012 by the Seattle Seahawks Women's Association and Traci and John Schneider, and named in honor of their son Ben, who has autism. The intent of establishing Ben’s Fund at FEAT of Washington is twofold: to not only provide grants to families to help them obtain services for their children on the spectrum, but also to connect families to FEAT so they will be established in a larger community to receive ongoing guidance and assistance as they continue their journey with autism.
Traci & John Schneider
The Ben's Fund Committee does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of his or her gender, race, color, national origin, or religion. It is at the committee’s discretion as to whom and what will be awarded. Decision is based on provided documentation. All decisions are final.
FAQ
Who is eligible for Ben's Fund?
Eligible applicants must:
-Be between the ages of 0-23
-Be a Washington state resident
-Have an official diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder
-Be between the ages of 0-23
-Be a Washington state resident
-Have an official diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder
How long is the application process?
Please allow up to 60 days from when we receive your completed application. Only completed applications with all required documents are presented to the committee for review. Incomplete applications are held for 6 months before expiring.
Can I be reimbursed for an item/service I already purchased for my child?
No. Ben's Fund does not reimburse families directly. All items or services you are requesting funding for will be paid by Ben's Fund directly to the service provider or retailer.
How often can I apply?
One application per year, per child. If you have previously been awarded a Ben's Fund Autism Grant, you are eligible 12 months from your last award date.
What Items & Services are not covered by the grant?
-Respite care
-Autism diagnostic appointments
-Gas, mileage, airfare, and/or other travel related expenses
-Giftcards
-Medications not administered by a physician
-Items/services that are not related to your child or young adult's autism spectrum treatment.
-Items/services that are not indicated in your referral letter.
-Reimbursements
-Autism diagnostic appointments
-Gas, mileage, airfare, and/or other travel related expenses
-Giftcards
-Medications not administered by a physician
-Items/services that are not related to your child or young adult's autism spectrum treatment.
-Items/services that are not indicated in your referral letter.
-Reimbursements
wHAT DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED TO APPLY?
In addition to the signed application, please submit the following:
1. Family Story: 1-2 pages; please share why you are applying for a grant, how it will assist your family financially and how the services or equipment will assist your child as an autism service or tool. Please include any extenuating circumstances or financial hardship so that these may be consider too.
2. Proof of Diagnosis: a copy of the official autism diagnosis or a signed letter on letterhead from a MD or ARNP.
3. Financial Document: a current 1040 tax return; must list the child as your dependent. Supplemental Social Security letter (listing the child) is accepted in lieu of a tax return.
4. Signed Referral Letter: must be on letterhead and refer the requested items, indicating their benefit to the child or young adult's autism treatment. Referral letters can be completed by a Doctor, Therapist, or Special Ed Teacher.
5. Invoice/Exact Pricing: must indicate the individual amount(s) plus tax and shipping costs for your request. Requests can be an invoice or website shopping cart. Service requests must include the exact amount and service outlining patient balance. We do not fund the insurance portion of a bill.
1. Family Story: 1-2 pages; please share why you are applying for a grant, how it will assist your family financially and how the services or equipment will assist your child as an autism service or tool. Please include any extenuating circumstances or financial hardship so that these may be consider too.
2. Proof of Diagnosis: a copy of the official autism diagnosis or a signed letter on letterhead from a MD or ARNP.
3. Financial Document: a current 1040 tax return; must list the child as your dependent. Supplemental Social Security letter (listing the child) is accepted in lieu of a tax return.
4. Signed Referral Letter: must be on letterhead and refer the requested items, indicating their benefit to the child or young adult's autism treatment. Referral letters can be completed by a Doctor, Therapist, or Special Ed Teacher.
5. Invoice/Exact Pricing: must indicate the individual amount(s) plus tax and shipping costs for your request. Requests can be an invoice or website shopping cart. Service requests must include the exact amount and service outlining patient balance. We do not fund the insurance portion of a bill.
What if I am not awarded a Ben's Fund Award
Please review your denial letter for specified reasons. You may choose to apply again 12 months from the date of your denial letter.
IPAD'S AND OTHER APPLE DEVICE REQUESTS
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- All Apple requests will be purchased through Apple Inc. with 2-years of AppleCare+ and a protective case for the device.
- All Apple requests will be purchased through Apple Inc. with 2-years of AppleCare+ and a protective case for the device.