Accessibility standard
Section 504
Programs receiving federal funding cannot discriminate on the basis of disability.
Applies to: Funded organizationsWhat it is
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act applies to any program or activity that receives federal financial assistance.
Digital programs, services, and communications are covered.
Who must comply
- Schools, colleges, and universities receiving federal funds
- Hospitals and health programs
- Nonprofits with federal grants
Key requirements
- Equal access to digital programs and services
- Effective communication for people with disabilities
- Reasonable modifications to policies and procedures
Risks of non-compliance
Loss of federal funding, civil rights complaints, and corrective action plans.
This is educational and not legal advice. Talk to your attorney about your specific exposure.
How Scale helps
We make funded programs digitally accessible and produce the documentation regulators want to see.