LADN Healthcare Access Grant Program
The purpose of the LADN Healthcare Access Grant Program is to help ease the financial burdens of dysautonomia patients living in LA and California. Our grants will help cover dysautonomia-related healthcare expenses (not covered by insurance) for dysautonomia patients in California who demonstrate financial need.
Applications for our 2026 Grant Program are open from September 1st through October 12th at 11:59pm.
2026 LADN Healthcare Access Grant Program FAQs
Note: The 2026 Healthcare Access Grant Program applications are open September 1st - October 12th.
How much will grant recipients receive?
We anticipate awarding a total of 15 individuals with grants of $1,000.
Who can apply for a grant?
Any individual who meets the following eligibility criteria may apply:
Has a dysautonomia diagnosis by a licensed healthcare professional.
Resides in California (with at least 50% of grants awarded to residents of Los Angeles County).
Demonstrates financial need, as defined as annual household income at or below 425% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). (This number can be found on line 11 of Form 1040 on your 2025 tax return. A FPL calculator can be found here. Ex: 425% of the 2025 FPL for a household of 1 = $66,513; 2 = $89,888; and 3 = $113,263 etc.) Note: If the applicant is a dependent, then these income requirements apply to the individual(s) claiming them as a dependent. If you are an adult disabled dependent and do not meet the eligibility criteria based on the tax information of the individual(s) claiming you, we encourage you to apply and ask that you explain your circumstance in the optional essay.
Has documentation of dysautonomia care-related expense(s).
Participation in the LADN community is not a requirement, but preference may be given to those that are active LADN community members.
Previous applicants are welcome to apply again. Previous grant winners are also welcome to reapply, however, priority may be given to those who have not received funding previously.
Don’t meet the eligibility criteria but feel like you should be considered? Please email us at LADN@la-dn.org!
When can I apply?
Applications closed at 11:59pm on Monday, October 12th, 2026.
When will I be notified if I was selected as a grant recipient?
Final determinations about grant recipients will be made by Sunday, December 6th. All applicants will be notified by email about final selections.
How do I apply?
The grant application is online via JotForm — you can access it here! The application can be accessed through Monday, October 12th, 2026. The application can be saved online in the event you wish to work on it over time. You can access a recording of our 2025 Grant Application Workshop here and please attend our September 15th 1pm workshop to to learn more about applying in 2026!
Can I receive help with my application due to my dysautonomia/disability?
Absolutely! Someone else may complete the application on your behalf. Additionally, audio/video responses may be submitted as responses to the application’s essay questions. We’ll be hosting a Healthcare Access Grant Workshop on how to apply on Wednesday, September 15th, 1-2pm. We will also host virtual office hours for any last minute questions on Friday, October 9th from 12-1pm PST.
Will my information be kept private?
LADN takes your privacy very seriously. The application is stored on Jotform's HIPPA compliant servers. LADN staff are the only people with access to the full applications and will redact identifying information before sharing applications with grant selection committee members. Your name will not be shared as a winner unless you choose to make such information public.
How will selections be made about grant recipients?
A selection committee will be responsible for selecting the grant recipients through several rounds of reviewing applications. Identifying and demographic information will be redacted from applications during the selection process for privacy and to ensure selections are made without bias or discrimination.
Selections will be made based on the following using this rubric:
Dysautonomia Impact: Applicant articulates their experience with dysautonomia and the impact dysautonomia has had on their life.
Need for Support: Applicant demonstrates an exceptionally compelling need for support.
Dysautonomia Care Plan: Applicant identifies how the grant award will directly support their dysautonomia care.
Spending Plan: Applicant provides clear and detailed explanation for how the grant award will be spent (including documentation).
For final selections of grant recipients, preference may be given to those that are active members of the LADN community. Additionally, at least 50% of grant funds will go to residents of LA County with the remainder going to residents across the state of California.
LADN is committed to inclusivity and diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, comorbid illnesses, political affiliation, immigration status, or intersectionalities of identity.
What type of dysautonomia care expenses can the grant be applied toward?
Grants can be used toward any dysautonomia healthcare related expenses that are not covered by insurance including but not limited to:
acupuncture
copays
health insurance premiums
infusion expenses
inpatient/outpatient medical treatment
laboratory facility expenses
mobility aids or other assistive devices
naturopathy
nutrition
prescription costs
psychotherapy
PT / OT / cardiac rehab
Ineligible expenses include:General food expenses (excluding supplements, electrolytes, medically-directed nutrition, etc.), rent, general automobile expenses (excluding direct travel costs to/from medical appointments), and other expenses not directly related to medical treatment are not eligible. Please email us to inquire if a specific expense is eligible.
Who is on the Grant Selection Committee?
We will be announcing our Grant Selection Committee members shortly.
Who can I email with questions?
Please email us with questions!
Feedback from LADN’s Previous Grant Recipients
“I am so grateful to the LADN Grant Selection Committee. This grant gives me a reprieve of having to figure out how to make ends meet - seeing where I can cut costs - or having to ask for help financially. It helps take a burden off my shoulder and allows me to breathe for a minute. I wish I could better put into words how much this grant helps me - but all I can say is thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
“For me having dysautonomia has created an almost constant state of fear and anxiety with thoughts like “how bad is this going to get?”, “how am I going to do this living alone?”, and the BIGGEST is “how am I going to afford the lifestyle modifications, medications and other recommendations made by my doctors?” I’ve felt a lot of helplessness and hopelessness. This grant gives me some relief from that stress and anxiety knowing that I can now take steps to help improve my health, wellbeing, safety and quality of life.”
“I will be putting this grant to good use immediately. This generous gift will help offset my costs for my medical necessities such as bills and co-pays that have piled up for high-cost medications, bi-monthly IVIG infusions, as well as my BiPap machine. This grant will make a huge impact on my holidays and will lift some of the financial burden, allowing me to enjoy a stress-free season. Thank you again for making a huge impact and for all that you do for LADN and the chronic illness community.”