Funded by the APSEA Trust Fund - Blind and Low Vision
Guidelines
There are several Blind and Low Vision (BLV) bursaries and grants available and descriptions are provided below. Those interested must complete the application form below. To ensure funding is received prior to an event, applicants should carefully review the committee’s submission deadlines and meeting dates, and compare them to the scheduled event date.
BLV Trust Fund Calendar 2026-2027
| Application submission deadline | Committee Meeting Dates |
|---|---|
| September 9, 2026 | September 15, 2026 |
| October 14, 2026 | October 20, 2026 |
| November 10, 2026 | November 17, 2026 |
| December 9, 2026 | December 15, 2026 |
| January 13, 2027 | January 19, 2027 |
| February 10, 2027 | February 16, 2027 |
| March 17, 2027 | March 23, 2027 |
| April 14, 2027 | April 20, 2027 |
| May 12, 2027 | May 18, 2027 |
| June 9, 2027 | June 15, 2027 |
The Committee will review the applications and advise the applicants by the last week of the month.
Applications for Recreational/Social/Cultural Grants and APSEA Gatherings Grant need to be received four (4) weeks prior to the activity.
Other applications have a deadline of April 1st annually.
- Scholarship For Post-Secondary Training in Any Field Relating to Serving Children and Youth Who are Blind and have low vision
- Recreational/Social/Cultural Opportunity Grants
- APSEA Gatherings Support Grant
- APSEA Research Grant
- Professional Learning & Training Grant
Blind and Low Vision Scholarships and Grants Application Form →