The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation has been awarded a new three-year cooperative agreement by the Administration for Community Living (ACL) to continue its decades-long leadership of the National Paralysis Resource Center (NPRC).
Backed by $10 million appropriated by Congress for fiscal year 2026, the grant marks another milestone for the Short Hills-based nonprofit, which has successfully operated and competed for management of the NPRC through rigorous bidding processes for more than 25 years.
Established by Congress in 2002, the NPRC is the nation’s sole federally supported program dedicated directly to serving the estimated 5.4 million Americans living with paralysis resulting from conditions such as spinal cord injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy.
The center delivers comprehensive, coordinated support systems designed to help individuals and families navigate major life adjustments—spanning rehabilitation, healthcare benefits, caregiving, equipment access, housing, and employment.
“The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities can live with dignity, independence, health, and full participation in their communities,” Maggie Goldberg, president & CEO of the Reeve Foundation, said. “With longstanding bipartisan federal support, the NPRC has helped millions of Americans navigate life after injury or diagnosis, and the Reeve Foundation is proud to continue that work alongside ACL.”
The NPRC bridges critical care gaps that emerge outside traditional healthcare settings, mitigating risks like secondary medical conditions, avoidable rehospitalizations, and severe caregiver strain.
Key metrics highlighting the center’s sweeping network include:
- High-Volume Support: In 2025 alone, the NPRC responded to over 7,400 individual inquiries for specialized guidance and referrals.
- Community Grants: Over the course of its previous five-year ACL cooperative agreement, the NPRC distributed more than $17 million in Quality of Life grants to fund nearly 1,500 community-based programs.
- Specialized Veteran Care: Dedicated resources tailoring support for approximately 42,000 veterans living with paralysis.
- Certified Peer Mentorship: A network of nearly 600 certified peer mentors offering lived experience, practical guidance, and emotional backing.
“No one should have to navigate paralysis alone,” Regina Blye, chief program officer at the Reeve Foundation, said. “The NPRC is here to ensure that everyone, regardless of where they live or what challenges they face, can access the information, resources and support they need to live their best life.”
