Nationwide Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to educational agencies and organizations to develop innovative strategies for identifying and serving gifted and talented students, particularly those from underserved backgrounds.

The National Paralysis Resource Center opportunity is a federal funding initiative administered by the Administration for Community Living within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, specifically through the Office of Disability Services Innovation. This program is authorized under the Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act and the Public Health Service Act, reflecting a long-standing federal commitment to improving the health, independence, and quality of life of individuals living with paralysis. The initiative supports the operation of a national resource center that provides trusted information, peer support, and community-based services to individuals with paralysis, their families, caregivers, and broader support networks. The primary purpose of this funding opportunity is to establish and operate a nationally recognized resource center that serves as a centralized hub for information, referral services, and community capacity building. The center is expected to deliver accessible digital resources, real-time assistance through trained specialists, and peer support programming. It must also administer a national subaward program to fund community-based organizations that improve quality of life outcomes. The program emphasizes independence, informed decision-making, and full participation in community life, while also addressing systemic barriers that individuals with paralysis face in accessing services and supports. Funding is provided through a cooperative agreement, with substantial involvement from the federal agency throughout the project period. The total program funding is up to 30000000 dollars over three years, with up to 10000000 dollars available annually. The award supports a wide range of allowable activities, including information dissemination, outreach, peer support, subawards to community organizations, and performance evaluation systems. However, funds cannot be used for construction, direct medical services, or basic research. There is no cost-sharing requirement, although voluntary contributions may be included but are not considered in the review process. Eligible applicants include domestic nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, tribal entities, hospitals, institutions of higher education, and community-based organizations. Individuals and foreign entities are not eligible. Applicants must demonstrate the capacity to operate a national program, including managing a large-scale subaward program that distributes at least 35 percent of annual funding to community-based organizations. Applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov and require multiple components, including a project narrative, budget narrative, federal forms, and supporting documentation such as commitment letters and proof of nonprofit status. The application process includes preparation steps such as obtaining active registrations in SAM.gov and Grants.gov. The submission deadline is July 16, 2026 at 1159 pm Eastern Time. Applications undergo an initial compliance review followed by a merit-based evaluation using criteria such as relevance, approach, impact, organizational capacity, and budget justification. Awards are expected to be announced by September 1, 2026, with the project period beginning the same date and continuing through August 31, 2029. Evaluation of funded projects includes both process and outcome assessments, with required reporting to the funding agency twice per year. The funded entity must also establish a public dashboard to track program outputs and outcomes starting in the second year. The cooperative agreement requires ongoing collaboration with the agency, adherence to federal regulations, and active engagement with stakeholders, including individuals with paralysis. Contact information for programmatic and budget inquiries is provided through named agency representatives, and applicants are encouraged to seek clarification as needed during the application process.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for educational projects that improve health and safety awareness in rural communities, focusing on individual and family health initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to land-grant universities for establishing and sustaining educational programs that address the needs of Federally Recognized Tribes, focusing on agriculture, youth development, and community well-being.

This funding opportunity supports regional centers across the U.S. to enhance understanding and implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act, ensuring accessibility and rights for individuals with disabilities.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Bosnia and Herzegovina to create community projects that promote shared values and align with U.S. foreign policy priorities, particularly in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to communities for developing coordinated systems and direct services to reduce homelessness among youth aged 24 and under.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop and implement innovative research models that improve the long-term management and care of individuals living with burn injuries.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop innovative tools and services that improve community living and participation for individuals with disabilities across the United States.

This program provides competitive funding to local governments and planning organizations to eliminate barriers to affordable housing development and increase housing supply for low- and moderate-income households.

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in creating immersive professional development programs for K-12 teachers and higher education faculty, focusing on significant themes in the humanities at culturally important locations.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations to create a national training and support center that improves services for runaway and homeless youth across the United States.

This grant provides funding for the San Diego Association of Governments to conduct a study aimed at improving safety at eleven dangerous rail crossings in downtown San Diego.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to HUD-approved housing counseling agencies to enhance their services for renters, homeowners, and prospective buyers, focusing on improving financial literacy and housing stability.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and community groups to implement projects that enhance maritime cooperation, economic ties, and regional security in the Cook Islands and Niue.

This funding opportunity supports a wide range of organizations in researching non-addictive natural products for managing chronic pain, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration to improve health outcomes.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals in the U.S. and New Zealand to develop programs that strengthen economic, scientific, and cultural ties between the two countries.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public housing authorities to implement comprehensive employment programs that help residents of public housing secure jobs and improve their economic stability.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research aimed at improving mental health services and resilience among individuals living with spinal cord injuries.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to create educational and job training programs in natural resource management for youth involved in the Lane County juvenile justice system, focusing on hands-on environmental stewardship projects.