Applications

Please review carefully our requirements for the programs or funding available before submitting your application. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (502) 897-3990 or e-mail.

Grant Requests

Requirements for Submission of Grant Requests:

All requests for KSBCF funding must be submitted through the grant application.

• Application Deadline: Requests must be submitted by April 1 or October 1 for consideration.
• You may submit a letter with additional information concerning your grant.
• Grant applicants will be notified of approval/denial of funding.

Grant Application (PDF) (Click here for text version)

Braille Writer Requests

Requirements for Submission of Braille Writer Requests:

All requests for braille writers must be submitted through the braille writer loan application and must include the supporting documentation listed below:

• A current eye exam or verification of legally blind status
• A letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor or other professional (if in school)
• A letter from your rehabilitation counselor (if you are a vocational rehab client)

Braille Writer Loan Application (PDF) (Click here for text version)

Will Evans Scholarship

Will Evans Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for consideration, the applicant must meet the Kentucky Office for the Blind criteria for educational or vocational services.

• Application Deadline: Applications are due no later than April 1 of each year.
• Applicant must be a current resident of Kentucky.
• Recommendations are required from school personnel or from Kentucky Office for the Blind personnel (additional recommendations may be substituted from non-school personnel).
• Scholarship funds are given to the post-secondary institution or paid for submitted education-related bills.
• The scholarship recipient must write a progress report during the first semester and submit it to the Will Evans Scholarship Committee.

Will Evans Scholarship Application (PDF) (Click here for text version)

Mail, fax or e-mail all applications to:

Mailing Address:
Kentucky School for the Blind Charitable Foundation
214 Haldeman Avenue
Louisville, KY 40206

Fax: (502) 897-3194 or e-mail