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Research Experiences for Undergraduates
$155,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 19, 2026

Date Added

Aug 30, 2024

This program provides funding for colleges and universities to engage undergraduate students in hands-on research experiences across various scientific fields, with a focus on supporting those from underrepresented backgrounds and institutions with limited STEM opportunities.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
DoD Lupus, Idea Award
$300,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 19, 2026

Date Added

May 6, 2026

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects aimed at advancing the understanding and treatment of lupus, targeting scientists and organizations dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by the disease, including military personnel and their families.

Health
Nonprofits
NSF EPSCoR Graduate Fellowship Program
$3,180,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Oct 11, 2024

This program provides financial support to graduate institutions in certain U.S. jurisdictions to help recruit and fund talented STEM students who received Honorable Mentions from the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
DoD Lupus, Transformative Vision Award
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 19, 2026

Date Added

May 6, 2026

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals living with lupus, including Service Members, Veterans, and their families, by encouraging collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and lupus advocates.

Health
Nonprofits
Health Science Futures Mission Office Innovative Solutions Opening
Contact for amount
US Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 5, 2029

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative health research and development projects that aim to create groundbreaking technologies and solutions to improve human health, targeting a wide range of organizations including academic institutions and for-profit companies.

Health
For profit organizations other than small businesses
FY 2026 Sports Diplomacy On Demand Program
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based nonprofits or educational institutions in implementing short-term, sports-focused international exchange projects that promote cross-cultural understanding and align with U.S. foreign policy priorities.

International Development
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Sports Visitor Program
$4,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S. nonprofit organizations to implement an international sports exchange program that fosters youth development, leadership, and cultural understanding through sports activities for young people and their coaches from the U.S. and abroad.

International Development
Nonprofits
Accelerating the Pace of Substance Use Research Using Existing Data (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
$4,000,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 17, 2026

Date Added

Dec 6, 2024

This funding opportunity supports researchers in utilizing existing datasets to advance the understanding of substance use behaviors and related health issues, particularly focusing on critical health disparities and innovative analytical approaches.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Single-Site Investigator-Initiated Clinical Trials (R61/R33 Clinical Trial Required)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 2, 2026

Date Added

May 13, 2025

This funding opportunity supports researchers in conducting innovative single-site clinical trials aimed at improving health outcomes related to heart, lung, blood, and sleep disorders, with a focus on addressing public health disparities.

Health
County governments
Pilot Studies of Biological, Behavioral and Social Mechanisms Contributing to HIV Pathogenesis Within the Mission of NIDDK (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
$275,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 16, 2026

Date Added

Jan 9, 2025

This funding opportunity supports exploratory research projects that investigate the biological, behavioral, and social factors influencing HIV-related health issues, particularly in relation to diabetes, digestive diseases, kidney disorders, and obesity, targeting U.S.-based researchers and institutions.

Health
State governments
Development and Testing of Novel Interventions to Improve HIV Prevention, Treatment, and Program Implementation for People Who Use Substances (R34 Clinical Trial Required)
$450,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 16, 2026

Date Added

Jan 9, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research projects that develop and test innovative strategies to improve HIV prevention and treatment among individuals who use drugs, with a focus on community involvement and sustainability.

Health
State governments
High Priority HIV and Substance Use Research (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 5, 2026

Date Added

Aug 5, 2024

This funding opportunity supports innovative research that addresses the intersection of HIV and substance use, targeting vulnerable populations to improve prevention, treatment, and health outcomes.

Health
State governments
Intervention Research to Improve Native American Health (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 21, 2026

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports research projects that develop and test culturally relevant health interventions to improve health outcomes in Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities, emphasizing community engagement and sustainability.

Health
State governments
Supporting Talented Early Career Researchers in Genomics (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 26, 2027

Date Added

Dec 17, 2024

This funding opportunity supports early career researchers in genomics, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds, to establish independent research careers through innovative projects that advance the field of genomic sciences.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY 2026 Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES)
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to facilitate high school student exchanges that promote global understanding and leadership between the United States and strategically important partner countries.

Youth
Nonprofits
Expeditions in Computing
$15,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2027

Date Added

Jul 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports U.S. higher education institutions and their partners in conducting transformative, long-term research in computing and information science, with a focus on collaboration and broadening participation in the field.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
DoD Multiple Sclerosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 13, 2026

Date Added

May 6, 2026

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects aimed at improving the understanding, treatment, and quality of life for individuals affected by multiple sclerosis, particularly benefiting Service Members, Veterans, and their families.

Health
Nonprofits
EDU Core Research
$2,500,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This program provides funding for researchers to explore and improve STEM education, focusing on learning environments, broadening participation, and workforce development across various age groups and settings.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
BRAIN Initiative: Promoting Health for All Through BRAIN Technology Partnerships (R34 - Clinical Trials Not Allowed)
$225,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 17, 2026

Date Added

Nov 25, 2024

This funding opportunity supports research partnerships between resource-limited institutions and experienced technology developers to enhance the use of innovative neurotechnologies for better understanding and treating brain-related conditions.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC)
$6,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 26, 2027

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding for collaborative research projects between institutions in eligible jurisdictions to strengthen STEM research infrastructure and promote workforce development.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education