Community Grants

Supporting local, life-changing Parkinson's programs across the U.S.

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💡 Quick Summary

  • The Parkinson’s Foundation Community Grants program funds local programs that improve health, wellness and education for people with Parkinson’s across the U.S. 

  • Grants support programs that address mental health, provide care partner support and offer exercise or educational programs designed for people with Parkinson’s. 

  • Since 2011, the Foundation has invested more than $13.9 million in over 1,000 community-based programs, reaching more than 94,000 people with Parkinson’s and their care partners.  

The Parkinson’s Foundation funds community grants that further the health, wellness and education of people with Parkinson's disease (PD) across the U.S.

The Foundation recognizes the unprecedented need for community-related programs and events. In the last three years the Foundation has awarded over $3 million in community grants to support programs providing services for people living with and affected by Parkinson's disease. These programs benefit communities in 39 states across the country.

Since 2011, the Foundation has invested more than $13.9 million to support 1,065 community-based programs that improve life for people living with PD.

The 2026 Community Grant cycle was supported by the estate of Stanley and Gloria Brams, members of the PD community from Brooklyn, New York. Stanley was diagnosed at the age of 52. Following Stanley’s passing, his wife Gloria decided to dedicate a significant portion of their estate to the Foundation’s commitment to making an impact on local PD communities. In keeping with the Brams’ personal values, this generous donation will make a lasting impact for so many across the country. 

What types of programs do we fund?

The Foundation funds programs that are impactful, sustainable, scalable and measurable. Programs may be new and existing grant-supported areas and/or pilot programs. All funded organizations and institutions must demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Programs for the 2027 grant cycle should be geared towards expanding or creating access for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners, including those from populations of focus and need to incorporate at least one of the following focus areas: 

  1. Address emotional or mental health and Parkinson’s
  2. Create education, resources, and support designed for care partners
  3.  Deliver exercise or movement designed for people with Parkinson’s

Eligibility Requirements

The community grants program is open to communities nationwide. Eligible organizations must operate on the local level. Applications will be limited to the following categories of applicants:

  • Non-profit and other tax-exempt organizations
  • For-profit organizations (eligible if the program is offered at no cost)
  • This funding opportunity Is available only to independent community/local organizations and does not extend to chapters of a national organization.

Parkinson’s Foundation community grants do not support:

  • Salary cost for individuals employed by their organization (FTE’s)
  • Capital expenses (i.e., computers, furniture, building fixtures)
  • Exercise equipment (i.e., bikes, treadmills, weights, boxing equipment, etc.)
  • Indirect costs (i.e., administrative, facility fees, facility rent, utilities, insurance)
  • Office supplies
  • Promotional materials (t-shirts, mugs, pens, etc)
  • Conference-related costs
  • Travel for staff/speakers
  • Individual/staff memberships, and/or licensing
  • Endowments or individual support 
  • Multi-year grants and franchise organization fees

For more details on what the grant funding can cover please review the RFA which can be found below. 

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted via ProposalCentral. Applicants will need to create an account in order to submit an application. Interested applicants should follow the link below and follow the instructions to apply for the “Community Grant” application. 

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Applications Due: Friday, January 29, 2026, at 11:59 pm ET
Award Notifications: Late June 2027
Grant Period: July 1, 2027 – June 30, 2028

The Request for Application, which outlines this year’s focus area, program eligibility, the full list of what the grant can cover, and the application process, can be found below.

Download RFA

If you have questions about the grant application process, please email Programs@Parkinson.org.

The Foundation will host a webinar on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, from 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET. The webinar will provide an overview of the 2027 Community Grant application process. Interested applicants will have the opportunity to ask questions. Register for the webinar.

How Community Grants Make an Impact

Community-based grants help fund education and outreach programs that address unmet needs in the PD community. Community grants help people with PD live better lives, today.

$13.9M

invested by the Parkinson's Foundation to support community-based programs for people living with PD.

1,065

wellness, exercise and educational programs funded across the nation.

94,000+

people with PD and care partners reached through grant programs.

FAQs

Thank you for your interest in the Parkinson’s Foundation Community Grants Program. Below, you will find answers to the most common questions — including online application, process and eligibility requirements. Reach out to Programs@Parkinson.org with additional questions.

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