January 16th, 2024
NOW AVAILABLE: 2024 Autism Direct Funding (ADF) Applications
Autism Direct Funding is granted through a joint initiative between Sunbeam Developmental Resource Centre (SDRC) and Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region (EAFWR).
Families of a child or youth up to the age of 18 with an ASD diagnosis may be eligible to receive up to $500 in funding that can be used in three possible ways:
1. To cover the cost of summer camp programs (all camp programs are eligible i.e. fully inclusive and Special Needs based programs)
2.To pay for Respite support (e.g., to give parents a break) or 1-1 support (e.g., Support worker at a camp program)
3. To pay for Recreation/Leisure/Skill Developmental Programs
Please note: This funding can not be used to pay for any form of therapy, including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Applied Behaviour Therapy (ABA).
Applications are considered based on equitable criteria and funding is not guaranteed. Families will be notified by the end of February if they will receive the funding.
Applications will be available on the SDRC website until January 31, 2024. To qualify for funding, your completed form must be received at Sunbeam’s office by 5p.m on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024. Unfortunately, no applications can be accepted after the deadline.
Please note: Funding is NOT available to individuals living outside of the Waterloo Region.
Options for Applying
- Option 1: Fill out the online application form
- Option 2: Download the form, fill it out and mail it or drop it off at Sunbeam’s office, located at 205 – 1120 Victoria Street North, Kitchener
- Option 3: Pick up a paper form at Sunbeam’s office, located at 205 – 1120 Victoria Street North, Kitchener
If you are unable to access the application online, you can request to have the paper application form mailed to you.
