Alternative Funding Resource Guide

Rocky Mountain Human Services Mill Levy Program

Eligibility: Must be a Denver County Resident 

About: The Denver Mill Levy Program assists Denver residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families in accessing items, services, and supports that are just right for them.

Overview: https://www.rmhumanservices.org/departments/mill-levy/

How to apply: https://rockymountainprod.appianportals.com/submit-a-referral

If you are currently supported by RMHS, your Case Manager will be able to assist in the application process as well.

Developmental Pathways Scholarship Program

Eligibility: Must be an Arapahoe, Douglas, or Elbert County Resident

About: Developmental Pathways will offer the following;

  • $250 per Extended Day trip (Travelers are responsible for paying $100 per trip directly to TTG)

  • Up to $1,000 for Overnight trips (Travelers are responsible for paying remaining expenses directly to TTG)

  • Maximum scholarship amount of $1,500 per Traveler for the fiscal year (October 2024 – June 2025)

How to apply: All Travelers will need to sign DP’s scholarship release form to be approved for the scholarship. Email info@thetravelinggnomes.org to get started!

Jefferson County Self Determination Initiative

Eligibility: Must be a Jefferson County Resident

About: Self Determination Initiative provides funding to individuals with an IDD/DD to help support developing a new skill, take initiative towards a new goal, and/or move towards a dream of theirs that will promote increased independence and self-determination.

Overview: https://ddrcco.com/self-determination-initiative/?name=self-determination-initiative

How to apply: https://ddrcco.com/self-determination-initiative/form.php

Bill Simpson x TTG Scholarship Program

Eligibility: Must be an active TTG Traveler

About: We are pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships sponsored by The Bill Simpson Foundation to Travelers who wish to attend our programming. Our scholarships are designed to assist private-paying Travelers who would greatly benefit from the experience but may not be able to attend without financial support.

How to Apply: https://forms.gle/fzXDFqFMHqaqYXwA8

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to info@thetravelinggnomes.org with any questions!