Grants

The Bresnahan-Halstead Center’s UNC Faculty/Advisory Board Professional Development Support Grant provides up to $1,000 in funding to support professional development opportunities that increase the knowledge and skills of School of Special Education faculty and Bresnahan-Halstead Center Advisory Board members. Funding may support professional development experiences that contribute to continued learning and professional growth, with preference given to individuals pursuing advanced certification, endorsement, or licensure. Funded activities must align with the mission of the Bresnahan-Halstead Center and include an evaluation plan. Learn more about eligibility requirements, funding guidelines, and application materials by accessing the full application below.

The Bresnahan-Halstead Center’s Community Technical Assistance Grant provides up to $5,000 to support partnerships between the University of Northern Colorado School of Special Education and local education agencies or organizations serving individuals with disabilities and their families. Grant funds support school professionals in providing technical assistance designed to strengthen practices, build capacity, and improve outcomes for students with disabilities. Funded projects must include an evaluation of participant learning and planned implementation of resulting practices or systems changes. Learn more about eligibility requirements, funding guidelines, and application materials by accessing the full application below.

The Bresnahan-Halstead Center’s Doctoral Student Dissertation Fellowship Grant provides up to $500 per UNCO School of Special Education doctoral students who are in the advanced stages of completing their dissertation. Grant funds may be used for dissertation-related expenses such as transcription services, research protocols, software, study supplies, and editing services. Dissertation studies must align with the mission of the Bresnahan-Halstead Center to advance knowledge and quality services for individuals with disabilities and their families. Learn more about eligibility requirements, funding guidelines, and application materials by accessing the full application below.

The Bresnahan-Halstead Center Educator Grant provides up to $500 to support educators serving children with disabilities from birth through age 21. The grant is designed to help enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families by supporting projects such as professional development, conference attendance, specialized training, classroom materials, and other educational initiatives. Applicants must describe how their proposed project will positively impact students, families, or educators. Learn more about eligibility requirements, application materials, and funding guidelines by accessing the full application below.

The Bresnahan-Halstead Center’s Family-Centered Grant is a needs-based grant that provides up to $500 to families to assist with accessing resources, supports, and opportunities that can have a positive, long-term impact on a child with a disability. Grant funds may be used for tools, programs, or experiences that support learning, development, independence, and participation. Learn more about eligibility requirements, funding guidelines, and application materials by accessing the full application below.

The Bresnahan-Halstead Center’s UNC Faculty Travel Support Grant provides funding to support the School of Special Education faculty and Bresnahan-Halstead Center Advisory Board members who are presenting at professional conferences. Funding of up to $2,000 for domestic travel and $2,500 for international travel (per semester) may be used to support eligible conference-related travel expenses after other potential funding sources have been explored. Supported travel must align with the mission of the Bresnahan-Halstead Center and include an evaluation of the impact of the professional experience. Learn more about eligibility requirements, funding guidelines, and application materials by accessing the full application below.

The Veronica Brennan Memorial Scholarship supports students who are enrolled full-time in the GOAL Program at UNC. Established in honor of Veronica’s lifelong commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities, the scholarship helps offset the cost of participation in the GOAL program and promotes access to inclusive educational opportunities. Eligible students may apply annually for funding. Learn more about eligibility requirements, award details, and how to apply by accessing the full application below.