SEPSEA Webinar Series
Topic: IPSE Funding and Sustainability
Duration: 60 Minutes
Join SEPSEA for an engaging and informative one-hour webinar focused on Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) Funding and Sustainability. As institutions expand access and opportunity for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, securing and maintaining sustainable funding streams remains one of the most critical components of program success.
This session will explore:
- Federal and state funding opportunities (including TPSID and related grants)
- Braided and blended funding models
- Leveraging partnerships with vocational rehabilitation and community agencies
- Institutional budget alignment and cost-sharing strategies
- Building long-term sustainability beyond grant cycles
- Data-driven advocacy to support continued investment
Participants will gain practical strategies for strengthening financial infrastructures while advancing equitable access to higher education. Presenters will share real-world examples, lessons learned, and tools for program leaders seeking to scale or sustain IPSE initiatives.
This webinar is ideal for:
- IPSE program directors and coordinators
- Higher education administrators
- SEPSEA Members
- Vocational rehabilitation professionals
- Policy advocates and grant writers
Attendees will leave with actionable insights and a clearer roadmap for developing financially resilient IPSE programs that promote long-term student success and institutional commitment.
