Organization
Northwest Access Fund(NWAF)
Northwest Access Fund is a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution founded by and for people with disabilities in Washington and Oregon, providing low-interest loans and financial coaching to help individuals obtain assistive technology, home modifications, and adapted vehicles. All loans carry a flat 5% interest rate with no fees.
About
Northwest Access Fund (NWAF) is a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) established by and for people with disabilities, headquartered in Seattle, Washington. It provides financing and financial capability services to help individuals with disabilities gain independence through access to assistive technology and home or vehicle modifications.
What They Do
NWAF offers low-interest loans (5% flat rate, no fees) for assistive technology, home modifications, and adapted vehicles, with amounts up to $40,000 and terms up to 120 months. The fund also provides financial coaching, matched-savings (IDA) accounts for assistive technology purchases, and financial literacy support.
Who They Serve
NWAF serves residents with any disability in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, including seniors with age-related limitations. Eligible purchases range from wheelchairs, hearing aids, and patient lifts to ramps, widened doorways, and vehicle hand controls.
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