The Big 33 Buddy Wish Program provides individuals with disabilities the opportunity to apply for financial assistance for needs that help them participate, learn, grow, and thrive. Awards of up to $1,000 may be used for a variety of needs, including camps, technology assistance, services, and other supports. In 2026, the Buddy Wish Program awarded two grants: one helped cover the cost of a translator for a deaf midget football athlete, while the other provided assistance with camp expenses for a student. Through these awards, the program continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families. If you have a need that we can assist with, please apply for the 2027 Buddy Wish Program. Awards will be announced in May 2027.

Buddies can apply for assistance, and with the help of generous donations, the Big 33 will work to fulfill as many requests as possible.

Your support can make a life-changing impact. Every donation helps us provide vital resources to the Buddies who inspire us every day. Thank you for helping us make a difference!

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Guidelines

 
  1. “Big 33 Buddy Gift” applications will be accepted between June 1 and April 1, with grants being awarded in May of each year.
  2. Applicants will be notified when the grant application is received, as well as a determination from the Buddy Wish Committee
  3. The Buddy Gift Committee shall consist of at least 5 persons who are determined by the PSFCA Executive Director, Big 33 Director, and Buddy Coordinator.
  4. The PSFCA Big 33 will award up to a $1,000 gift to an applicant; number of awards per year will depend on funding (minimum of 2).
Grant Application Address
Legal Parent / Guardian Name
Legal Parent / Guardian Address
Individual Completing Application (If Different From Above)
Address Of Individual Completing Application (If Different From Above)
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This is where you tell us what it is you want to purchase. Provide the following:

* Description of goods/services (INCLUDE LINK, IF APPLICABLE)
* Name of a service provider and/or vendor
* Contact information for service provider and/or vendor
* Total amount of money requested (Please note that payment will be made directly to the service provider or goods vendor).
* Description of the Grant Applicant: Likes/dislikes/strengths -Challenges-Any relevant school/work/home information
* How will the requested goods/service benefit the applicant. This is where you tell us as specifically as possible:

* The goals you hope to accomplish by using these goods/services
* The current concerns that have caused you to seek out funds for goods/services
* Any experience/exposure your child has had with the goods/services
* How you think these goods/services will be helpful to the applicant

I understand that my application cannot be processed until I have submitted proper documentation regarding diagnosis. PSFCA Big 33 cannot proceed with review of the application until proper documentation is received.

I certify that the Applicant or Legal Guardian has read and is in agreement with the terms and conditions contained in this application:

1. Guidelines of PSFCA Big 33 Buddy Wish (above)
2. Privacy Policy
3. Publicity and Photo Release
4. Release and Waiver of Liability

BEFORE APPROVAL OF ANY GRANT, THE PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN OF THE APPLICANT MUST HAVE SIGNED THIS FORM. IF THE PERSON SIGNING THIS FORM IS NOT THE GRANT APPLICANT BUT A LEGAL GUARDIAN OF THE APPLICANT, THE UNDERSIGNED WARRANTS AND REPRESENTS TO PSFCA BIG 33 THAT HE OR SHE IS AUTHORIZED AND/OR INSTRUCTED TO SIGN THIS FORM AFTER REVIEWING THE CONTENTS OF THIS FORM WITH THE APPLICANT WHO UNDERSTOOD ITS MEANING.

By signing this form, I certify that the information contained in this application is true and accurate to the best of the applicant's (or Legal Guardian's) knowledge.

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