Finding optimal health, one step at a time.
The Small Steps Grant
“If you’ve been wanting to move your body but don’t know where to start — this is for you.”
Movement as Medicine for People Living with Chronic Illness.
Helping individuals reconnect with movement through support, community, and access.
Why Movement Matters:
For individuals living with chronic illness, movement can feel out of reach.
Fatigue, pain, and uncertainty often make it difficult to stay consistent — even when we know movement can help.
The Small Steps Grant was created to remove those barriers.
We believe movement is not about intensity or performance — it’s about rebuilding trust with your body, one step at a time.
What This Grant Provides
Selected recipients will receive support designed to make movement more accessible and sustainable.
- Movement essentials (sneakers, comfortable apparel)
- Access to beginner-friendly walk/run clubs and meetups
- Entry to gentle movement classes (yoga, Pilates, mobility)
- Support from a community that understands chronic illness
Who It’s For
The Small Steps Grant is designed for individuals living with chronic illness who are ready to explore or return to movement in a supportive, low-pressure environment.
You do not need to be “fit.”
You do not need experience.
You just need a willingness to take the first step.
- Individuals diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis
- New York State residents
- Open to those navigating fatigue, mobility challenges, or inconsistent energy
How It Works
Steps:
- Apply through our online form
- Selected recipients will be notified
- Receive movement support and resources
- Begin your journey at your own pace
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A limited number of grants will be awarded.
Disclaimer This program is not medical advice. Participation is voluntary.
