Nonprofit Facility ADA Accessibility and Inclusion Compliance
ADA Title III requires nonprofit organizations to ensure their programs and facilities are accessible to people with disabilities. This annual review identifies accessibility barriers and ensures effective inclusion of program participants with disabilities.
- Industry: Nonprofit
- Frequency: Annually
- Estimated Time: 3-4 hours
- Role: Operations Manager / ADA Coordinator
- Total Items: 28
Exterior and Parking Accessibility
Assess exterior and parking accessibility.
- Accessible parking spaces at required ratio (1:25 total spaces) with van accessible space?
- Accessible route from parking to building entrance clear of barriers?
- Main entrance accessible (level threshold, adequate door width 32"+, automatic or easy-open door)?
- Accessible entrance clearly signed if not the main entrance?
- Sidewalks and pathways maintained free of hazards?
Interior Accessibility
Assess interior accessibility.
- Reception and service counter accessible (lowered section 28-34" height)?
- Interior pathways 36"+ wide and clear of obstacles?
- Accessible restroom available with required turning radius and grab bars?
- Elevator or accessible route to all program areas if multi-floor facility?
- Accessible seating integrated throughout program spaces (not segregated)?
Program Accessibility
Ensure programs are accessible.
- All programs accessible to participants with disabilities (physical, sensory, cognitive)?
- Reasonable modifications policy in place and communicated to staff?
- Program intake process asks about accommodation needs?
- No participants excluded due to disability without reasonable accommodation attempt?
- Programs integrated (not separate programs for people with disabilities)?
Effective Communication
Verify effective communication.
- Sign language interpreting available when needed for Deaf participants?
- Materials available in alternative formats (large print, digital) on request?
- Organization website meeting WCAG 2.1 accessibility guidelines?
- Captions or transcripts available for video content?
ADA Policies and Procedures
Review ADA policies.
- Written ADA nondiscrimination policy adopted?
- ADA grievance procedure available for disability complaints?
- ADA coordinator designated for organizations with 50+ employees?
- Staff trained on ADA requirements and how to assist participants with disabilities?
Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
Maintain self-evaluation documentation.
- ADA self-evaluation of facilities and programs completed?
- Transition plan for removing identified barriers documented?
- Physical barriers prioritized for remediation in capital planning?
- ADA compliance reviewed with attorney or ADA consultant?
- Input from people with disabilities sought for self-evaluation process?
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Why Use This Nonprofit Facility ADA Accessibility and Inclusion Compliance?
This nonprofit facility ada accessibility and inclusion compliance helps nonprofit teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for operations manager / ada coordinator professionals, this checklist covers 28 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: annually.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Nonprofit Facility ADA Accessibility and Inclusion Compliance cover?
This checklist covers 28 inspection items across 6 sections: Exterior and Parking Accessibility, Interior Accessibility, Program Accessibility, Effective Communication, ADA Policies and Procedures, Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. It is designed for nonprofit operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed annually. Each completion takes approximately 3-4 hours.
Who should use this Nonprofit Facility ADA Accessibility and Inclusion Compliance?
This checklist is designed for Operations Manager / ADA Coordinator professionals in the nonprofit industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.