Federal Education Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research projects that aim to improve understanding and treatment of substance use disorders by exploring prevention strategies and engaging community stakeholders.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that manage multiple charter schools, enabling them to replicate or expand high-quality educational programs across the United States.

This funding opportunity supports research projects aimed at improving the management of multiple chronic diseases in low- and middle-income countries and American Indian/Alaska Native populations in the U.S. through innovative, community-centered healthcare strategies.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations and public entities to train community members in ecological restoration practices and promote environmental education in the Willamette Valley, Oregon.

This funding opportunity supports projects that strengthen ties between the United States and Burkina Faso by promoting economic growth, regional security, and cultural exchange through collaboration with nonprofits, educational institutions, and individuals.

USAID/Rwanda Strengthening Equitable Education for the Deaf (SEED) The overall objective of the Strengthening Equitable Education for the Deaf (SEED) Activity is to improve reading outcomes for pre-primary and lower primary school learners who are deaf or hard of hearing (D/HH) by the end of Primary 3 (P3 or Grade 3) in Rwanda. This Activity seeks to achieve this objective through three intermediate (3) results: Improve parental, community, and youth capacity to support Rwandan Sign Language (RSL) acquisition and literacy for learners who are deaf and hard of hearing; Improve access to quality, relevant bilingual RSL (Rwandan Sign Language (RSL) to Kinyarwanda and English literacy) teaching methodologies to improve reading outcomes for pre-primary and lower primary learners who are deaf or hard of hearing; and Strengthen national and decentralized Government of Rwanda (GOR) systems to better serve learners who are deaf or hard of hearing

This FOA solicits applications for new Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (BSSR) predoctoral training programs that focus on innovative computational and/or data science analytic approaches and their incorporation into training for the future BSSR health research workforce. The vision of the Advanced Data Analytics for BSSR training program is to support the development of a cohort of specialized predoctoral candidates who will possess advanced competencies in data science analytics to apply to an increasingly complex landscape of behavioral and social health-related big data. This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) does not allow appointed Trainees to lead an independent clinical trial but does allow them to obtain research experience in a clinical trial led by a mentor or co-mentor.

Each funding opportunity description is a synopsis of information in the Federal Register application notice. For specific information about eligibility, please see the official application notice. The official version of this document is the document published in the Federal Register. Free Internet access to the official edition of the Federal Register and the Code of Federal Regulations is available on GPO Access at: http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/index.html. Please review the official application notice for pre-application and application requirements, application submission information, performance measures, priorities and program contact information. For the addresses for obtaining and submitting an application, please refer to our Revised Common Instructions for Applicants to Department of Education Discretionary Grant Programs, published in the Federal Register on December 7, 2022. Purpose of Program: In awarding the research grants, the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) intends to provide national leadership in expanding knowledge and understanding of (1) developmental and school readiness outcomes for infants and toddlers with or at risk for a disability, (2) education outcomes for all learners from early childhood education through postsecondary and adult education, and (3) employment and wage outcomes when relevant (such as for those engaged in career and technical, postsecondary, or adult education). The IES research grant programs are designed to provide interested individuals and the general public with reliable and valid information about education practices that support learning and improve academic achievement and access to education opportunities for all learners. These interested individuals include parents, educators, learners, researchers, and policymakers. In carrying out its grant programs, IES provides support for programs of research in areas of demonstrated national need. In awarding research training grant programs, IES aims to prepare individuals to conduct rigorous and relevant education and special education research that advances knowledge within the field and addresses issues important to education policymakers and practitioners. Competitions in This Notice: IES is announcing four research competitions through two of its centers: The IES National Center for Education Research (NCER) is announcing two competitions in the following areas: education research, and statistical and research methodology in education. The IES National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER) is announcing two competitionsone competition in each of the following areas: special education research, and special education research training. NCER Competitions Education Research Grants Program (ALN 84.305A). Under this competition, NCER will consider only applications that address one of the following topics: Career and Technical Education. Civics Education and Social Studies. Cognition and Student Learning. Early Learning Programs and Policies. English Learner Policies, Programs, and Practices. Improving Education Systems: Policies, Finance, Organization, Management, and Leadership. Literacy. Postsecondary and Adult Education. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education. Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Context for Teaching and Learning. Teaching, Teachers, and the Education Workforce. Statistical and Research Methodology in the Education Sciences (ALN 84.305D). Under this competition, NCER will consider applications that address one of the following topics: Core Grants (which supports the development of new and improved statistical and research methods and their dissemination to education researchers). Toolkits, Guidelines, Compendia, Review Papers, and Curated Data Resources. NCSER Competitions Special Education Research Grants Program (ALN 84.324A). Under this competition, NCSER will consider only applications that address the following topic: Education Systems. Research Training Programs in Special Education (ALN 84.324B). Under this competition, NCSER will consider only applications that address the following topic: Early Career Development and Mentoring. Multiple Submissions: You may submit applications to more than one of the FY 2025 research grant programs offered through the Department, including those offered through IES as well as those offered through other offices and programs within Department. You may submit multiple applications to each IES grant program announced here as long as they address different key issues, programs, or policies. However, you may submit a given application only once for the IES FY 2025 grant competitions, meaning you may not submit the same application or similar applications to multiple grant programs within IES, to multiple topics within a grant competition, or multiple times within the same topic. If you submit multiple similar applications, IES will determine whether and which applications will be accepted for review and/or will be eligible for funding. In addition, if you submit the same or similar application to IES and to another funding entity within or external to the Department of Education and receive funding for the non-IES application prior to IES scientific peer review of applications, you must withdraw the same or similar application submitted to IES, or IES may otherwise determine you are ineligible to receive an award. If reviews are happening concurrently, IES staff will consult with the other potential funder to determine the degree of overlap and which entity will provide funding if both applications are being considered for funding. Exemption from Proposed Rulemaking: Under section 191 of the Education Sciences Reform Act, 20 U.S.C. 9581, IES is not subject to section 437(d) of the General Education Provisions Act, 20 U.S.C. 1232(d), and is therefore not required to offer interested parties the opportunity to comment on matters relating to grants. Program Authority: 20 U.S.C. 9501 et seq. Note: Projects will be awarded and must be operated in a manner consistent with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in Federal civil rights laws. Applicable Regulations: (a) The Education Department General Administrative Regulations in 34 CFR parts 77, 81, 82, 84, 86, 97, 98, and 99. In addition, the regulations in 34 CFR part 75 are applicable, except for the provisions in 34 CFR 75.100, 75.101(b), 75.102, 75.103, 75.105, 75.109(a), 75.200, 75.201, 75.209, 75.210, 75.211, 75.217(a)-(c), 75.219, 75.220, 75.221, 75.222, 75.230, and 75.250(a). (b) The Office of Management and Budget Guidelines to Agencies on Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement) in 2 CFR part 180, as adopted and amended as regulations of the Department in 2 CFR part 3485. (c) The Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards in 2 CFR part 200, as adopted and amended as regulations of the Department in 2 CFR part 3474. Note: The regulations in 34 CFR part 86 apply to institutions of higher education only. Note: The open licensing requirement in 2 CFR 3474.20 does not apply to these competitions. Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.324A.

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects led by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to promote cultural exchange and community development, with a focus on collaboration and shared values.

This program provides funding to colleges and organizations partnering with schools to improve training and support for educators working with English learners.

This grant provides financial support and mentorship for early-career clinician-scientists to develop their research skills in pain management, focusing on innovative approaches to understanding and treating pain without leading clinical trials.

The goal of the Inclusive Partnerships for Climate Resilience Activity is to strengthen the capacity of Pakistani universities to lead gender-inclusive and climate-resilient responses in water management. American and Pakistani higher education institutions have the potential to be central actors in advancing Pakistans climate resilience and gender equity. Through this Activity, USAID aims to leverage the unique expertise of U.S. Higher Education Institutions to enhance the capabilities of Pakistani public universities to lead gender and socially inclusive and climate-resilient water management initiatives and strengthen networks and communities, specially for underserved groups.

This funding opportunity provides $54,000 to organizations that will create and manage educational programs promoting American English, business practices, and technology skills for youth and professionals in Mozambique.

This funding opportunity supports colleges and universities in developing and promoting effective alternatives to methyl bromide for pest management in agriculture and related sectors.

Reissue of RFA-MH-22-115 to comply with DMSP policy. The purpose of this Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies (BRAIN) Initiative is to encourage applications that will develop and validate novel tools to facilitate the detailed analysis and manipulation of complex circuits and provide insights into cellular interactions that underlie brain function. Critical advances in the treatment of brain disorders in human populations are hindered by our lack of ability to monitor and manipulate circuitry in safe, minimally-invasive ways. Clinical intervention with novel cell and circuit specific tools will require extensive focused research designed to remove barriers to delivery of gene therapies. In addition to identification and removal of barriers, the need to specifically target dysfunctional circuitry poses additional challenges. Neuroscience has experienced an impressive influx of exciting new research tools in the past decade, especially since the launch of the BRAIN Initiative. However, the majority of these cutting edge tools have been developed for use in model organisms, primarily rodents, fish and flies. These cutting edge tools, such as viral delivery of genetic constructs, are increasingly adaptable to large brains and more importantly are emerging as potential human therapeutic strategies for brain disorders. A pressing need to develop tools for use in large brains, more directly relevant to the human brain is the focus of this initiative. The new tools and technologies should inform and/or exploit cell-type and/or circuit-level specificity. Plans for validating the utility of the tool/technology will be an essential feature of a successful application.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in the U.S. to support international educational exchanges that enhance foreign language skills and cultural understanding among educators.

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects led by alumni of U.S. exchange programs in Paraguay that promote democracy and combat corruption in local communities.

This grant provides funding to states to implement innovative education reforms that improve student achievement, enhance teacher effectiveness, and support struggling schools.

This funding opportunity supports research to improve cancer care and outcomes for sexual and gender minority survivors by addressing their unique challenges and engaging community partners in the process.

This grant provides funding to support postdoctoral researchers from underrepresented backgrounds in transitioning to independent cancer research roles, with a focus on clinical trials and addressing cancer health disparities.