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ABLE National Resource Center Launches 2026 #ABLEtoSave Campaign
Initiative encourages people with disabilities to start small and build toward greater financial independence
Washington, D.C., April 1, 2026 – The ABLE National Resource Center (ABLE NRC) today announced the launch of its 2026 #ABLEtoSave campaign, a month-long grassroots education and outreach initiative focused on increasing awareness of Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts.
This year’s campaign theme, “Start Small. Big Possibilities.”, highlights how people with disabilities can take simple, manageable steps toward greater financial stability and independence over time. The campaign aims to increase awareness of the benefits of tax-advantaged ABLE savings and investment accounts and support improved financial well-being for people with disabilities. The ABLE National Resource Center is founded and managed by National Disability Institute.
#ABLEtoSave Month is an opportunity for people with disabilities, their families and supporters to learn how these accounts can help individuals save for current and future needs without impacting their public benefits,” said Jody Ellis, Director of the ABLE National Resource Center. “This year’s theme, ‘Start Small. Big Possibilities.,’ reinforces an important message—getting started doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Every step moves you forward toward greater financial confidence and independence.”
Throughout April #ABLEtoSave Month 2026 will feature educational webinars, new ABLE resources, and social media engagement designed to help people with disabilities take their first step and continue building toward their financial goals. To learn more, access resources, and get started, visit the ABLE National Resource Center at ABLEnrc.org.
Since the passage of the Stephen Beck, Jr. Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act in December 2014, there are 51 active ABLE plans across the Country, including Guam and the District of Columbia. Many states allow out-of-state residents to participate in their plans. According to the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST), as of December 2025, more than 234,000 ABLE accounts have been opened nationwide, with over $3 billion in assets invested. The average ABLE savings balance is more than $13,000.
What are ABLE Accounts?
ABLE accounts offer people with disabilities and their families a powerful tool for saving and managing funds specifically earmarked for qualified disability-related expenses including, but not limited to housing, food, transportation, employment and medical costs.
These accounts provide many benefits including:
- The first $100,000 in an ABLE account is disregarded as a resource and does not impact eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Funds (up to plan limits) do not affect eligibility for other means-tested benefit programs such as Medicaid, HUD, SNAP and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).
- Flexibility in funding sources, allowing contributions from the account owner, family members, friends, employers and other sources
- Tax-free investment growth
The campaign has widespread participation from ABLE programs including the ABLE Savings Plans Network, a network of the National Association of State Treasurers, major national disability groups, financial institutions, self-advocates, and other stakeholders. To follow and engage with the campaign, connect with @NationalDisability Institute on Facebook, Instagram , and LinkedIn.
All interested partners are encouraged to participate and can access free resources in the #ABLEtoSave Social Media Toolkit.
The #ABLEtoSave campaign is made possible through the generous support of Prudential.
About ABLE National Resource Center
ABLE National Resource Center (ABLE NRC) provides all the ABLE information you need in one place. ABLE NRC shares reliable information about ABLE plans, including plan comparisons, best practices and strategies to increase savings for now and into the future. Our mission is to educate, promote and support the positive impact ABLE accounts can make on the lives of millions of Americans with disabilities and their families. Founded and managed by National Disability Institute (NDI) since 2015, the ABLE NRC’s website has become the premier source for all information on ABLE for people with disabilities and their families, employers, state and federal agencies, service providers, educators, tax practitioners, financial planners, attorneys and benefits counselors. For more information, visit www.ablenrc.org.
