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 2025-2026
| Application submission deadline | Committee Meeting Dates |
|---|---|
| January 14, 2026 | January 20, 2026 |
| February 11, 2026 | February 17, 2026 |
| March 11, 2026 | March 24, 2026* (different due to break) |
| April 15, 2026 | April 21, 2026 |
| May 13, 2026 | May 19, 2026 |
| June 10, 2026 | June 16, 2026 |
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 May 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 →