Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Income Security and Social Services

This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) invites research projects that seek to explain the underlying mechanisms, processes, and trajectories of social relationships and how these factors affect outcomes in human health, illness, recovery, and overall wellbeing. Types of projects submitted under this FOA include studies that prospectively assign human participants to conditions (i.e., experimentally manipulate independent variables) and that assess biomedical and/or behavioral outcomes in humans to understand fundamental aspects of phenomena related to social connectedness and isolatedness. NIH considers such studies as prospective basic science studies involving human participants that meet the NIH definition of basic research and fall within the NIH definition of clinical trials (see, e.g., NOT-OD-19-024) Types of studies that should submit under this FOA include studies that prospectively assign human participants to conditions (i.e., experimentally manipulate independent variables) and that assess biomedical or behavioral outcomes in humans for the purpose of understanding the fundamental aspects of phenomena without specific application towards processes or products in mind. Applications proposing studies that include but not limited to model animal research or observational studies involving humans should submit under the companion Clinical Trials Not Allowed version of this FOA.

The Otto Bremer Trust is a private charitable trust based in St. Paul, Minn. Created in 1944 by Otto Bremer, it is committed to supporting a better quality of life for residents of Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. Since its founding, OBT has invested nearly $1 billion and provides ~$105 million annually to nonprofit organizations in Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. Applications are due on a rolling basis on these dates: February 4, 2024; April 4, 2024; June 6, 2024; August 1, 2024. - General Operations Application: General operations grants provide unrestricted funding that enables an organization to carry out its mission. Typical uses could include support for an organization’s administrative and infrastructure costs, maintaining core programs and/or staffing. This application is for organizations seeking $75,000 or more in general operations support. - General Operations Short Application: This application is for organizations seeking general operations support of less than $75,000. - Restricted Application: Restricted grants provide funding for a specific program or project. These funds may not be used for other purposes, although a portion may be utilized for overhead or indirect costs of administering the program or project. - Capital Application: Capital grants support constructing, repairing, renovating, or rehabilitating an organization’s physical space. Capital grants can also support the purchase of equipment necessary for an organization to carry out its work.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations to deliver essential civil legal services to individuals living with HIV/AIDS, addressing legal barriers that impact their health and well-being, particularly for marginalized communities in New York State.

This funding opportunity supports local organizations in underserved states and territories to implement educational programs that encourage youth aged 10 to 19 to avoid non-marital sexual activity and promote healthy life choices.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that promote healthy relationships and marriage education for adults, with a focus on enhancing family stability and economic well-being.

The Wood Family Foundation is dedicated to supporting community causes that benefit West Texans for generations. Since its inception, the Foundation has reinvested over $18 million into the community, with a primary focus on education and healthcare. This commitment aims to improve the lives of men, women, and children, helping families and the city of Odessa to grow and prosper. The foundation's mission is deeply rooted in fostering long-term community well-being through strategic funding. The Foundation's giving is specifically concentrated on Odessa, Texas, and the surrounding counties of the Permian Basin. This geographical focus ensures that grants directly impact the local community where the foundation aims to make a significant difference. Target beneficiaries include organizations that are exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3), particularly those providing educational and medical benefits to the citizens of this defined area. The impact goal is to uplift the community through targeted support in these critical sectors. Priorities for grant applications include major capital campaigns seeking $1 million or more, provided approximately half of the needed funds have already been raised. Requests from universities or colleges must be approved and submitted through their development offices. The Foundation generally limits its giving to educational and medical grants. It's important to note that the Foundation does not make loans or grants to individuals and rarely undertakes sole support of programs, encouraging applicants to seek funding from various sources. The expected outcomes of the grants are improved educational opportunities and enhanced healthcare services for the citizens of Odessa and the Permian Basin. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed in the provided text, the foundation's history of reinvesting over $18 million underscores its commitment to tangible community improvement. The strategic priorities revolve around supporting established organizations with clear proposals that align with the foundation's core objectives in education and healthcare. The underlying theory of change is that by investing in these fundamental areas, the foundation can foster long-term prosperity and well-being within the West Texas community.

The "Blueprint MedTech Translator" grant aims to fund researchers to develop and test therapeutic and diagnostic devices for nervous or neuromuscular system disorders, with support for clinical trials, safety testing, design verification, and regulatory approvals, while also providing access to expert consultants and specialized research organizations.

This funding opportunity supports graduate students from diverse backgrounds in neuroscience to complete their Ph.D. and transition into postdoctoral research positions, promoting career development and research training.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to child welfare agencies, nonprofits, and educational institutions to develop and implement innovative technology solutions that improve the recruitment and matching of adoptive families for children in foster care.

The purpose of this Funding Opportunity is to establish by cooperative agreement the National Center for Tribal Child Welfare Innovation and Advancement (Center). The Center will serve as the Childrens Bureaus (CB) primary vehicle for delivering effective, high-quality technical assistance (TA) to Title IV-B and Title IV-E American Indian and Alaska Native Nations. TA provided will enhance organizational and system performance, and improve outcomes for tribal children, youth, and families by honoring indigenous ways of knowing, and working collaboratively to ensure the preservation of tribal cultures.The Center will provide culturally relevant TA in these areas:1. Workforce Supports: Increase the knowledge, skills, and capacities of child welfare professionals in the tribal child welfare workforce2. Prevention Programs: Support for the development, enhancement, and expansion of tribal prevention programs3. Tribal Child Welfare Programs: Develop, enhance, and expand tribal child welfare programs4. Federal Requirements: Support successful implementation and compliance with federal requirements5. Tribal-State Collaboration: Develop and support meaningful state and tribal collaborations6. Data Management: Enhance capacity for data collection, analysis, visualization, and procurement of case management systems

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state, local, and tribal child welfare agencies, as well as nonprofit organizations and educational institutions, to develop and evaluate kinship navigator programs that assist relatives caring for children at risk of entering the child welfare system.

This grant provides funding to organizations that will deploy Starlink satellite internet units to improve connectivity for rural tribal nations in Arizona, enhancing access to essential services and benefits for veterans.

This grant provides funding to Tribal Child Care and Development Fund agencies and their research partners to improve data systems and research capacity for early childhood programs in tribal communities.

Supports applications for innovative research projects addressing critically important questions that will significantly advance knowledge of the causes, risk factors, molecular and clinical characteristics, prevention, and/or treatment of early-onset cancers. • Applicants may request a maximum of $300,000 per year for a 3-year period. • Multi-Principal Investigators (MIs) are allowed under this Request for Applications (RFA). See the Information for Applicants (IFA) document for definition and eligibility of MIs. See application limitations for Principal Investigators (PIs)/MIs, regardless of whether the MI is from the primary institution or a subcontracted institution. • Note that CPRIT does not allow the use of the term Co-PI. • Minimum effort for the PI and/or MIs throughout the project period is required. • FY25 salary cap has been set at $225,000 per year.

The "Clinical Trial Readiness for Rare Diseases, Disorders, and Syndromes" grant aims to fund research projects that prepare for clinical trials in rare diseases by developing effective strategies for testing potential treatments or diagnostics, improving success rates with robust biomarkers and assessment measures, or by understanding the progression of a rare disease to better design future clinical trials.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations and governments to develop and implement trauma-informed services for children affected by violence in their homes, schools, and communities.

This grant provides funding to eligible organizations that support community programs focused on health, basic needs, workforce development, and youth development for low-income families in Wayne and Holmes Counties, Ohio.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to conduct research and improve programs that benefit Native American children and families, focusing on early childhood education and family economic well-being.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop and evaluate innovative strategies aimed at preventing and addressing elder abuse and neglect among older adults and individuals with disabilities.

This funding opportunity is designed to support a centralized leadership and coordination center that will oversee a comprehensive study on the health of adults living with HIV and similar individuals, focusing on improving health outcomes and addressing disparities through community engagement and scientific research.