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Promoting Self-Determination and Independence

Working to break down barriers and enrich lives
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Funding projects to help people with disabilities live independently and participate fully in the community

Who We Are

The NYS Developmental Disabilities Planning Council is NY’s designated Council on Developmental Disabilities.
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What We Do

Advocacy, systems change, and capacity building efforts that promote self-determination, integration and inclusion.
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Funding Opportunities
We award grants to not-for-profits, colleges and universities through a competitive request for proposal process to fund projects that fulfill one or more of the goals set forth in our State Plan
Our Projects
Learn about the various projects funded by DDPC, including DDPC COVID-19 Response Small Grants.
Publications & Quick Guides
Download current Quick Guides on practical life skills, watch a video about the New York Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) program, and check out publications that outline who we are and what we do
DDPC Meetings
DDPC meetings information and materials