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SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Accessibility Assistance Grant 

SBLA offers a grant to assist with improving accessibility for an individual with Spina Bifida who reside in our service area, Louisiana and Southern Mississippi. It is capped at $500. For application, click HERE

Driver Evaluation Assistance Grant 

SBLA offers a grant to assist an individual with Spina Bifida cover the cost of a Driver evaluation, Applicant must reside in our service area, Louisiana and Southern Mississippi. It is capped at $500. For application, click HERE

Medical Assistance Grant 

SBLA offers a grant to assist with medical cost not covered by insurance. This grant can cover medical expenses including office visits, procedures, medication, durable equipment, disposable supplies, mobility aids like crutches, walkers or wheelchairs.  Applicant must reside in our service area, Louisiana and Southern Mississippi. It is capped at $500. For application, click HERE.

 

Debbie Blanchard Education Scholarship 

Named after Debbie Blanchard, a long time board member who strongly advocated for education to improve opportunities for individuals living with Spina Bifida. This scholarship can be used towards university, trade, vocational or business schools. Deadline to apply is April 1st of each year. For application, click HERE

 

Help us empower children, adults and families of those affected by spina bifida. For over 30 years, SB of Louisiana has responded to the needs of our families and continue to be committed to securing a better life for those who live with spina bifida because they deserve nothing less! 

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Telephone: ​(504) 737-5181

Email: sbla@sblouisiana.org

Mailing Address: 

P.O. Box 1346 

Kenner, LA 70063

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