Grants for State governments - Health

This grant provides funding to support postdoctoral researchers transitioning to independent faculty positions, focusing on innovative research in pain management and substance use disorders.

This funding opportunity supports the development of innovative molecular and genetic tools for neuroscientific research, enabling precise access to specific brain cell types across various vertebrate species, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, inclusivity, and resource sharing.

This grant provides funding to organizations already involved in breast and cervical cancer prevention to expand their services and address cardiovascular disease risk factors among underserved women.

The FY 2024 Children’s Mental Health Initiative (CMHI) funding opportunity, overseen by SAMHSA's Center for Mental Health Services, aims to support state and local governments, territories, and tribes in implementing and expanding comprehensive mental health services for children and youth up to age 21 who are at risk of or diagnosed with serious emotional disturbances (SED). The initiative provides grants to strengthen Systems of Care (SOC), focusing on sustainable infrastructure to support mental health outcomes and the well-being of children, youth, and their families. Applications for FY 2024 are due by February 14, 2024, with an estimated 23 awards. Grants provide up to $3,000,000 annually for state applicants and up to $1,000,000 for political sub-divisions, territories, and tribal organizations, with a four-year project period. The core objectives of the CMHI program include establishing or enhancing SOC frameworks that integrate cross-agency collaboration, policy development, and evidence-based interventions for children and families. Funded projects must conduct a needs assessment within the first four months, focusing on gaps in services and identifying disparities based on race, ethnicity, and other social determinants. Required services include 24-hour mental health crisis support, intensive case management, therapeutic foster care, and transition services to support youth moving to adult systems. Recipients are also expected to provide culturally appropriate mental health services for underserved populations, including racial minorities, LGBTQ+ youth, and those in rural areas. Eligible applicants must register in eRA Commons, Grants.gov, and SAM.gov. A cost match is required, with recipients matching $1 for every $3 of federal funds in the first three years, and $1 for each $1 in the fourth year. Applications should include a project narrative limited to 10 pages, detailed budget documentation, and a Disparity Impact Statement (DIS) to address behavioral health disparities. Key personnel must include a Project Director and a Lead Family Coordinator, each with a minimum 0.75 FTE. Evaluation criteria include the program’s feasibility, organizational capacity, sustainability plan, and commitment to evidence-based practices. Proposals will be scored on their effectiveness in meeting SAMHSA’s program goals, including improvements in the SOC, reduction in behavioral health disparities, and long-term sustainability. Funded projects must report progress annually and submit performance data through SAMHSA’s SPARS system, tracking program impact on mental health outcomes and service reach within the target population.

This funding opportunity supports doctoral students from underrepresented backgrounds in mental health research to complete their dissertation projects and advance their careers in the field.

This funding opportunity supports research projects that aim to improve access to and effectiveness of treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder, particularly for underserved populations, by addressing barriers and enhancing care delivery.

This program provides funding to local organizations in Arkansas to help reduce poverty and support low-income individuals through services like employment, education, housing, nutrition, and health.

This funding opportunity supports researchers who have received a specific career development award to conduct small-scale projects that will help them become independent investigators.

The NIAID Research Opportunities for New and "At-Risk" Investigators to Promote Workforce Diversity (R01 Clinical Trial Optional), designated as PAR-22-241, is a funding opportunity issued by the NIH's National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). The program targets New Investigators (NI) and At-Risk Investigators from underrepresented backgrounds in the biomedical, clinical, behavioral, and social sciences. New Investigators are those who have not previously secured substantial independent NIH funding, while At-Risk Investigators are those with previous funding but face a lack of funding in the following fiscal year unless a new grant is awarded. This initiative aligns with the goals of the 21st Century Cures Act to encourage new researchers, foster early independence, and support a more diverse scientific workforce. This funding announcement supports research relevant to the NIAID mission, including the study and treatment of infectious, immunologic, and allergic diseases. Research areas of focus include microbiology, immunology, infectious diseases, AIDS, transplantation, and emerging diseases. Although clinical trials are optional, applicants proposing NIH-defined clinical trials must consult with NIAID before submission. The funding opportunity is open to projects that advance diversity in the R01 investigator pool and those promoting representation from underrepresented groups in line with NIH’s interest in enhancing diversity across all health-related fields. To apply, investigators must be affiliated with U.S.-based higher education institutions or eligible nonprofits and for-profit organizations. This opportunity is also open to minority-serving institutions, such as Hispanic-serving Institutions, HBCUs, and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities are not eligible, although foreign components of U.S. organizations are permitted. An essential part of the application process is an Eligibility Certification Letter from the applicant institution verifying the applicant’s eligibility and alignment with the program’s diversity objectives. Applications missing this letter will be considered incomplete. Funding levels are based on the project’s actual needs and are not capped, with a project duration of up to five years. NIAID also expects applicants to allocate funding in their budgets for mandatory attendance at a workshop designed to foster networking, collaboration, and professional growth among awardees, to be held every three years starting in 2025. Additional support for necessary accommodations for researchers with disabilities may also be included in the budget. The application process requires thorough adherence to NIH’s submission guidelines, which include registrations with SAM, Grants.gov, eRA Commons, and the acquisition of a UEI. Applications are accepted electronically through the NIH ASSIST system, Grants.gov Workspace, or a system-to-system solution. The next deadline cycle follows NIH’s standard due dates, with submissions due at 5:00 PM local time. Applicants are advised to submit early to address potential errors before the due date. Applications will be evaluated on scientific merit and alignment with program priorities, using criteria focused on the significance of the research, investigator qualifications, project innovation, approach, and institutional environment. Specific review criteria for clinical trials include the adequacy of study design, data management, and statistical analysis plans. Following peer review, recommended applications will receive secondary review by the NIAID advisory council. Final award decisions consider both scientific merit and relevance to NIAID’s mission and diversity goals.

This funding opportunity supports researchers in developing innovative theories and methods to better understand the complex genetic and non-genetic factors influencing human traits and health, with a focus on interdisciplinary approaches and diverse perspectives.

The purpose of this program is to address the public health crisis caused by escalating opioid misuse, opioid use disorder (OUD), and opioid-related overdose across the nation. States and territories are expected to use the resources to: (1) increase access to U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved medications for the treatment of opioid use disorder (MOUD); (2) support the continuum of prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery support services for OUD and other concurrent substance use disorders; and (3) support the continuum of care for stimulant misuse and use disorders, including those involving cocaine and methamphetamine.

This funding opportunity provides support for mid-career and senior researchers to gain new skills and knowledge in dental, oral, and craniofacial research by collaborating with experts in different scientific fields.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a wide range of organizations for improving public health surveillance and treatment practices for inherited bleeding disorders, ultimately aiming to enhance health outcomes for affected individuals.

The purpose of the Delta Health Systems Implementation Program (DSIP) is to improve healthcare delivery in rural areas by implementing projects that will improve the financial sustainability of hospitals and allow for increased access to care in rural communities. These projects focus on financial and operational improvement, quality improvement, telehealth, and workforce development in hospitals in the in the rural counties and parishes of the Delta region. This program supports HRSA's collaboration with the Delta Regional Authority.

This funding opportunity supports U.S. institutions and organizations in developing centers that integrate advanced translational science into cancer clinical trials, enhancing research on precision medicine and rare cancers.

This funding opportunity provides support for research projects that utilize health information technology to improve healthcare access, quality, and outcomes for underserved populations in the U.S. experiencing health disparities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S. state and territorial governments to implement comprehensive programs aimed at reducing tobacco use and its health impacts.

The grant titled "BRAIN Initiative: Engineering and optimization of molecular technologies for functional dissection of neural circuits" aims to support the development and enhancement of molecular tools that can specifically target brain cells, enabling the observation and control of neural circuits in experimental animals.

This funding opportunity supports researchers conducting early phase clinical trials on natural products, such as botanicals and dietary supplements, to evaluate their effects on health and inform future studies.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for researchers to develop innovative screening methods and therapies for newborn conditions, aiming to improve early detection and management of potentially serious health issues in infants.