Grants for Independent School Districts

The IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management National Operations Center (NOC) Wildlife Resource Management grant aims to fund projects by state, local, and tribal governments, nonprofits, and higher education institutions that focus on wildlife habitat restoration, connectivity, and climate resilience on public lands, with a total of $800,000 available for individual awards ranging from $25,000 to $500,000, and applications due by September 30, 2024.

The "IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management National Operations Center (NOC) Threatened and Endangered Species Program" grant offers funding between $25,000 and $500,000 to government agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofits for projects aimed at conserving, recovering, and reducing threats to federally listed and BLM sensitive species on public lands, with a total of $800,000 available and a deadline of September 30, 2024.

This funding opportunity provides resources to support global health initiatives aimed at preventing, detecting, and responding to public health threats in collaboration with health ministries and governmental institutions worldwide.

The IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management National Operations Center (NOC) Plant Conservation and Restoration Management grant aims to fund projects that increase the use of locally adapted native seeds for public land restoration, enhance biodiversity, improve climate resilience, and involve underserved communities, with a total of $800,000 available for individual awards ranging from $25,000 to $500,000.

The IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management National Operations Center (NOC) Recreation and Visitor Services Program grant aims to fund projects by state, local, and tribal governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions that enhance public land access, improve recreational opportunities, and strengthen visitor services, with a focus on climate resiliency, equitable access, and public stewardship, offering between $25,000 and $500,000 to successful applicants until September 30, 2024.

This funding opportunity supports higher education institutions, nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations, and local governments in establishing a Coordinating Center to implement and evaluate population genomic screening in primary care, focusing on diverse communities and actionable genetic conditions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to exceptional clinician scientists who contribute to the development and implementation of NCI clinical trials, ensuring their continued involvement in cancer research without being principal investigators on research project grants.

This grant provides funding to organizations for hosting a biennial conference focused on ethical, legal, and social implications research, promoting inclusivity and accessibility for diverse participants, including trainees and international researchers.

This funding opportunity supports research into the long-term health effects experienced by World Trade Center survivors, particularly focusing on vulnerable populations and a range of emerging health conditions.

The U.S. Consulate General in Ciudad Juarez of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for U.S. or foreign organizations or individuals to submit a statement of interest (SOI) to carry out a program (or programs) to investigate the economic impact of transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) involved in migrant smuggling in the state of Chihuahua. Please carefully follow all instructions below. The submission of the SOI is the first step in a two-step process. Applicants must first submit a concise (2-page) statement of interest designed to clearly communicate program idea and objectives. This is not a full proposal. The purpose of the SOI process is to allow applicants to submit program ideas for evaluation prior to requiring the development of a full proposal application. Upon a merit review of eligible SOIs, selected applicants will be invited to expand on their program idea(s) by submitting a full proposal application. Full proposals will go through a second merit review before final funding decision(s) are made. Priority Region: State of Chihuahua, Mexico Program Objectives: Objective 1: To conduct a comprehensive research project that would help deepen our understanding of the economic impact of transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) involved in migrant smuggling in the state of Chihuahua, to inform and guide the development of effective policies. By investigating the methods, routes, and economic consequences of TCO activities on both transit communities and migrants, the project aims to provide evidence-based insights that will enhance international security and contribute to more resilient and supportive economic environments in affected regions. The study should identify key TCOs, analyze smuggling methods and routes, assess economic repercussions for transit communities, evaluate socio-economic effects on migrants, and propose evidence-based policy recommendations. Outputs should include: Output 1: a comprehensive data analysis report, a policy brief, and an academic paper. Output 2: Conduct on-the-ground research to identify key TCOs and analyze smuggling methods and routes. Gather and analyze data on economic impacts and socio-economic effects on migrants and transit cities. Output 3: Formulate evidence-based policy recommendations. Budget should account for personnel, travel, indirect costs and a contingency fund. Participants and Audiences: 1- Policy Makers and Government Officials: To inform and guide the development of policies and regulations 2- Law Enforcement Agencies: To enhance understanding of TCO operations and improve strategies. 3- International Organizations: Such as the UNICEF, UNHCR and OIM, to support global efforts in addressing human trafficking, migrant smuggling, and their impact on security and economies. 4- Academics and Researchers: To contribute to the body of knowledge on TCOs and migration, and to encourage further research in related fields. 5- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs): Focused on migrant rights, human trafficking, and community development, to aid in advocacy and program development.

This funding opportunity supports clinical trials aimed at developing new therapies for rare neurodegenerative diseases, such as ALS, and is open to a wide range of eligible organizations, including universities and nonprofits.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that aim to improve educational resources and public awareness for families affected by Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease and enhance national surveillance efforts for this rare neurological condition.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for state, local, and tribal governments, as well as nonprofits and educational institutions, to evaluate and improve crisis intervention programs aimed at enhancing public safety and addressing individuals in crisis.

The "Teaching with Primary Sources - Regional Awards" grant aims to fund organizations that can manage and distribute subawards to educational entities across various regions, with the goal of enhancing teaching programs through the integration of digitized primary sources from the Library of Congress, thereby improving student literacy, critical thinking skills, content knowledge, and research abilities.

This grant provides funding for projects in California that utilize tire-derived aggregate for various applications, such as retaining walls, stormwater management, and landfill enhancements, aimed at promoting sustainable waste tire recycling.

This grant provides funding for research projects that investigate how environmental factors, such as toxins and pathogens, impact the mechanisms and outcomes of Alzheimer's Disease-Related Dementia through interactions at biological interfaces in the human body.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to cities, counties, school districts, and special districts in East Texas for projects that promote effective solid waste management and environmental sustainability.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research focused on the long-term health outcomes of youth and young adults in the U.S. living with perinatally acquired HIV, emphasizing the impacts of antiretroviral therapy and associated health challenges.

This funding opportunity is designed to support clinical centers conducting research on the development of Type 1 diabetes following episodes of acute pancreatitis, focusing on understanding its causes, progression, and risk factors in a diverse population.

This funding opportunity provides up to $5,000 for nonprofit organizations and government entities to implement projects that enhance parks, recreation, and arts and culture in the greater Virginia area.