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Program Overview

Vision Nonprofit provides assistive technology to children and young adults who are blind or visually impaired so they can access learning and participate more independently at school.

• Primary audienceK–12 students in the United States
• Cost to familiesNo cost
• Primary device13-inch iPad with accessibility features
• Application reviewTypically 2–4 weeks

Who Can Apply

A parent, guardian, caregiver, or eligible applicant may apply for a student who meets the program requirements.

• The student is in grades K–12.
• The student lives in the United States.
• The student has a documented diagnosis of blindness or visual impairment.
• The student needs accessible technology to support school participation, reading, independence, or classroom access.

What Is Included

Required Documentation

Documentation must be dated within the last 18 months from the date of application and include all three requirements below.

1. Diagnosis: Confirms a diagnosis of blindness or visual impairment. This must come from a medical provider.
2. Device recommendation: States the specific device requested. This may come from a medical provider, Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI), or qualified education professional.
3. Justification: Explains how the device will help the student access learning, participate in school, or build independence.

Retail vision centers and basic vision screenings are not accepted as medical diagnosis documentation.

Document Privacy

Uploaded supporting documents are reviewed only for eligibility verification. Once documentation has been reviewed and an eligibility decision has been made, Vision Nonprofit securely purges uploaded supporting documents from the system to protect family privacy.

Vision retains only non-sensitive program information needed for reporting, follow-up, audit, and fulfillment records. See the full Policies page for details.

Application Steps

1. Review the eligibility and documentation requirements.
2. Prepare documentation dated within the last 18 months.
3. Complete the secure online application form.
4. Vision reviews the application and may verify documentation with the listed provider or educator.
5. Approved families receive next steps for agreement, shipping, setup support, and training.

Medical & Informational Disclaimer

Vision Nonprofit is not a medical provider, eye care practice, educational agency, or licensed therapist. Website content is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical, diagnostic, therapeutic, legal, or professional advice.

Families should consult a licensed ophthalmologist, optometrist, Teacher of the Visually Impaired, Orientation & Mobility specialist, or other qualified professional for diagnosis, treatment, accommodations, or assistive technology decisions.