Frequently Asked Questions

The programs are intended for eligible individuals living with spinal cord injuries in the United States. Each complete request is reviewed individually based on eligibility, documentation, program fit, individual circumstances, and available funding.

We consider applications for eligible durable medical equipment and limited help toward eligible medical bills related to spinal cord injury.

Open the Request Assistance page, review the starting eligibility information, and select Start Assistance Application. Complete only the requested fields in the Foundation-managed Google Form. Do not include Social Security numbers, banking information, passwords, insurance identification numbers, detailed medical histories, or complete medical records.

Yes. Having a GoFundMe or another fundraiser does not prevent you from submitting a preliminary application. We review each request individually, consider other available resources, and can provide assistance only when eligibility, program fit, documentation, and foundation funding allow.

No. Submitting an application does not guarantee approval, assistance, or funding. Assistance is limited and depends on eligibility, documentation, program fit, individual circumstances, and available funds.

The Foundation may award up to $1,000 for an approved request. An award may be less and depends on eligibility, documentation, program fit, individual circumstances, and available funding.

We aim to provide an initial response within 7–10 business days. This is not a promise of a final decision or funding, and a complete review may take longer depending on the request and information needed.

Approved charitable assistance generally does not need to be repaid unless different terms are clearly communicated before assistance is accepted.

Whenever possible, approved assistance may be paid directly to a qualified vendor, medical equipment provider, repair company, or healthcare provider rather than to the applicant.

No. Nathan Powell Foundation does not provide emergency services or immediate emergency funding. For a medical emergency, contact emergency services or an appropriate healthcare professional.

Nathan Powell Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Donors should consult a qualified tax professional regarding their individual circumstances.

Donations support our charitable mission, assistance programs, outreach, and the necessary operations of our small foundation.

Donors may contact us regarding a particular program. However, unless a gift is formally accepted as restricted, donations may be used where they are most needed to advance the organization’s charitable mission.

You can support us by sharing our mission, organizing an approved fundraiser, connecting us with businesses or organizations, or making a donation.

Use the Contact Us page for general messages. We aim to provide an initial response to general messages within 3–5 business days. Assistance applications have a separate 7–10-business-day initial-response goal.