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Welcome to The HSC Foundation Website

The HSC Foundation is dedicated to improving access to services for individuals who face social and health care barriers due to disability, chronic illness, or other circumstances that present unique needs.

Caring. Serving. Empowering.
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News

HSCF Hosts Congressional Briefing on Issues Facing Returning Veterans with Disabilities.
Video of Congressional Briefing

National Youth Transitions Center
HSCF announces the development of the National Youth Transitions Center and National Veterans CenterReadSpeaker opens a new windowListen

Advocates in Disability Award (ADA) Program
The 2012 ADA Award Application


What and How We Fund

The HSC Foundation accepts proposals by invitation only. However, we welcome information on programs relating to youth with disabilities transitioning to adulthood, as well as support, education, and training programs for families and caregivers of individuals with disabilities and chronic illness.


National Youth Transitions Initiative

Seated group shot of teenagers, one in a wheelchair with a basketball, all smilingThe National Youth Transitions Initiative assist youth and young veterans with disabilities in creating and living a self-directed path to adulthood and employment. The National Youth Transitions Initiative is the signature initiative of The HSC Foundation.

Family Supports

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The HSC Foundation is committed to supporting families and other individuals who are providing care for infants, youth, and adults with chronic illness, disabilities, at-risk for disabilities, or who have unique health care needs.

Awards Programs

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The HSC Foundation operates two awards programs—one designed to enrich the lives of youth and young adults with disabilities and chronic illnesses in the expanded Washington, DC metropolitan area, and one that recognizes a young person who has distinguished themselves through their professional or personal contributions in the area of disability.

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The HSC Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. However, we welcome information on organizations, programs and services which assist youth and young people with disabilities and/or their families. If you wish to share information, please send an email to: info@hscfoundation.org.