Nationwide Grants

This initiative provides $52.5 million in cash awards to teams developing innovative technologies for capturing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, with a focus on promoting environmental equity and community benefits.

This grant provides funding for a Data Coordinating Center to lead a consortium that will study the development of type 1 diabetes following episodes of acute pancreatitis, focusing on understanding its causes and identifying risk factors in a diverse population.

This competition provides funding to U.S.-based businesses and teams to develop innovative solutions for efficiently recycling lithium-ion batteries, promoting sustainability and reducing reliance on foreign materials.

This funding opportunity supports small businesses in developing innovative technologies and services for population-wide genomic screening to improve primary care for common genetic conditions.

The DoD Arthritis, Focused Research Award is a funding opportunity aimed at supporting innovative, high-risk/high-reward arthritis research that could lead to significant discoveries or improvements in patient care and quality of life, with a particular emphasis on the impact of arthritis in the military and on women's health.

The U.S. Embassy Algiers Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to create a regional network of journalists trained in identifying and combatting mis- and dis-information. Please follow all instructions below. Priority Region: Algeria - Tunisia -Libya - Egypt Program Objectives:1.Establish a Regional Network of Journalists. For example:Create a collaborative network of journalists across the region to share best practices, resources, and strategies for identifying and combatting mis- and dis-information.2.Provide Specialized Training. For example:Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs focused on the skills and techniques necessary to identify, verify, and counteract mis- and dis-information.Ensure training includes modules on digital literacy, fact-checking, investigative journalism, and the use of technology in tracking information sources.Enhance Collaboration and Information Sharing. For example:Facilitate meetings, workshops, and conferences to promote collaboration and information sharing among network members.Establish appropriate mechanisms for continuous communication and resource sharing among journalists in the network.4.Promote Public Awareness and Education. For example:Implement public awareness campaigns to educate communities about the dangers of mis- and dis-information and how to identify credible sources of information.Engage with local communities through town halls, social media, and other outreach activities to foster a more informed and vigilant public.5.Monitor and Evaluate Program Impact. For example:Assess the effectiveness of the training programs and the overall impact of the network.Conduct regular assessments and adjust strategies as needed to ensure the program meets its objectives and addresses emerging challenges in the information landscape.6.Sustain the Network. For example:Encourage the development of local chapters within the network to ensure long-term sustainability and regional relevance. Participants and Audiences:Primary audiences:Journalists and media professionals who are actively engaged in reporting and news dissemination.Media organizations and news agencies that can support and amplify the program’s efforts.Secondary audiences:Journalism students and educators who can integrate the training into their curricula.Fact-checkers and digital literacy advocates who focus on combating mis- and dis-information.Community leaders and influencers who can help raise public awareness and education on the issue.B. FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATIONLength of performance period: 18 to 24 MonthsNumber of awards anticipated: 1 awardAward amounts: maximum of $500,000Total available funding: $500,000Type of Funding: Smith-Mundt FY2024 Public Diplomacy fundingAnticipated program start date: Fall 2024This notice is subject to availability of funding.Funding Instrument Type: Grant or cooperative agreement.If cooperative agreement, the U.S. Embassies Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya will have substantial involvement in reviewing the participants and/or activities that are part of the program.Program Performance Period: The Department of State will entertain applications for continuation grants funded under these awards beyond the initial budget period on a non-competitive basis subject to availability of funds, satisfactory progress of the program, and a determination that continued funding would be in the best interest of the U.S. Department of State.C. ELIGILIBITY INFORMATION1. Eligible Applicants The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S., Algeria, or other country for projects that have any significant bonds with the priority programs areas. Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience. Non-profit or governmental educational institutions Social enterprises: public or private. Press and media: Including public and private traditional media outlets.2. Cost Sharing or Matching: Cost Sharing is not required.

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.

The "Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Chair and Director Training Curriculum Development and Pilot" grant aims to create a comprehensive 30-hour training program for council chairs and executive directors, using a blend of virtual and in-person instruction, based on the ITIP model and ADDIE principles.

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Office of Security and Transnational Affairs (SCA/STA) announces an open competition for an organization (see eligibility information on page 1) interested in submitting an application to implement a project to build the capacity of the four small island developing states (SIDS) in the Indian Ocean to address the impacts of climate change. In particular, the funding will be used to increase resilience to climate-driven disasters among the SIDS.

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.

The "Facilitation Skills for Cognitive Behavioral Programs in Corrections" grant aims to fund training for facilitators in cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, with the goal of improving social skills, problem-solving, and self-control among justice-involved adults and at-risk youth, ultimately reducing recidivism and addressing problematic behaviors.

This funding opportunity supports small U.S.-based businesses in developing innovative solutions for population genomic screening to improve primary care practices and enhance patient outcomes.

The "Enhancing Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils Through Specialized Technical Assistance and Coaching" grant aims to support local criminal justice councils in implementing best practices for managing jail populations and reentry programs, using data-driven insights to improve operational efficiency and outcomes in the justice system.

With this solicitation, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention seeks to assist jurisdictions in planning and assessing promising and evidence-based prevention and intervention services that will inform the development of a community-based continuum of care for youth at risk of becoming or already involved in the juvenile justice system. The long-term goal of this effort is to support sustainable, research-based, and data-informed recidivism-reduction policies, practices, and programming, and the strategic reinvestment of cost savings realized through accompanying reforms into effective prevention and intervention programs for our nations youth.

The DoD Reconstructive Transplant, Qualitative Research Validation and Implementation Award aims to fund further research and development of resources for the Vascularized Composite Allograft (VCA) community, which were initially created through RTRP-funded qualitative research studies, to enhance their readiness for clinical and community use, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and benefiting population health.

With this solicitation, OJJDP seeks to support the activities of the National Center for Missing Exploited Children (NCMEC) Program. Under Category 1, the purpose of the National Resource Center and Clearinghouse, operated by NCMEC, a nonprofit organization founded in 1984, is to help prevent child abduction and sexual exploitation; find missing children; and provide technical assistance/training to victims of child abduction and sexual exploitation, their families, and the professionals who serve them. Under Category 2, OJJDP seeks to provide operational support for the National AMBER Alert Program through its AMBER Alert Secondary Distribution (AASD) Program, Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) and Team Adam Deployment. Under Category 3, OJJDP seeks to provide support for the Childrens Justice Project, by providing resources to address the Unidentified Human Remains of Children.

This grant provides funding for interdisciplinary research that explores the relationship between law, human behavior, and scientific applications, targeting researchers in social sciences, law, and technology.

The Second Chance Act (SCA) of 2007 (Public Law 110- 199), reauthorized by the First Step Act of 2018, provides a comprehensive response to assist in the transition individuals make from adult confinement facilities (e.g., jails, prisons, detention centers) to their communities so that the transition is successful and promotes public safety. With this solicitation, BJA seeks to fund up to one award to deliver training and technical assistance (TTA) to correctional institutions to improve justice and health outcomes for reentering individuals by leveraging financing mechanisms, including new and existing Medicaid and CHIP opportunities.

This initiative provides up to $10 million in prizes to innovators developing advanced LED lighting solutions that improve energy efficiency, quality, and accessibility for commercial use.

The "Leadership Development for Deputy Wardens and Second in Command" grant aims to provide comprehensive training and resources for deputy wardens in correctional facilities, enhancing their leadership skills, decision-making abilities, and understanding of compliance and accountability, through a modern, interactive e-course and VILT (Virtual Instructor-Led Training).