This program funds researcher-initiated projects addressing community living challenges for older adults and people with disabilities. It supports applied research and demonstration projects that develop evidence-based solutions to improve independence and quality of life.
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This program funds investigator-initiated research projects addressing challenges affecting older adults and individuals with disabilities. Projects may explore service innovations, assistive technologies, caregiver support, or community-based interventions to improve health and independence outcomes.
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Merit Switzer Research Fellowships for Doctoral Dissertation Research
Administration for Community LivingFunding for doctoral dissertation research addressing disability, rehabilitation, and independent living. Supports innovative studies that advance knowledge in assistive technology, employment outcomes, and community inclusion for people with disabilities.
Due —Posted — - SourceActiveGRANT
Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation
U.S. National Science FoundationU.S. National Science FoundationLSAMP funds alliances of colleges and universities to increase STEM degrees among underrepresented minorities through evidence-based strategies, from community college transfers to graduate research pathways, addressing the critical need to diversify the nation's STEM workforce.
$125,000 – $5,000,000Due Nov 20, 2026Posted — - SourceForecast
Field Initiated Projects Program: Minority-Serving Institutions (MSI) - Development
Administration for Community LivingThis program funds research projects at minority-serving institutions to develop new interventions, programs, or evidence-based practices addressing aging and disability challenges. It seeks to build research capacity and generate knowledge that improves community living outcomes for underserved populations.
Due —Posted — NSF supports mathematics research driven by real-world science and engineering problems, seeking proposals that demonstrate mathematical innovation and practical impact. Projects involving junior researcher training and interdisciplinary collaboration are particularly encouraged.
Due Nov 16, 2026Posted —- SourceForecast
Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Phase II
Administration for Community LivingACL seeks innovative small business solutions addressing aging and disability challenges through Phase II SBIR funding. This opportunity supports development of new technologies or services that improve independence, health, and quality of life for older adults and people with disabilities.
Due —Posted — The Switzer Research Fellowships Program supports scientific research advancing knowledge and solutions for individuals with disabilities. It funds innovative studies that can improve rehabilitation, independence, and quality of life outcomes.
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Denver FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance
Department of CommerceDepartment of CommerceEDA provides planning grants and technical assistance to support economic development and job creation in distressed regions. Funding supports strategic planning, feasibility studies, and capacity-building initiatives to foster regional economic resilience and private investment.
Up to $300,000Due —Posted — - SourceActiveGRANT
Atlanta FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance
Department of CommerceDepartment of CommerceEDA provides planning and technical assistance grants to economically distressed regions for developing comprehensive economic development strategies and conducting feasibility studies. These investments support job creation, private investment attraction, and regional economic resilience through capacity-building planning activities.
Up to $300,000Due —Posted — - SourceActiveGRANT
Chicago FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance
Department of CommerceDepartment of CommerceEDA supports regional economic development planning and technical assistance in distressed areas through grants for Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies, feasibility studies, and capacity-building projects that foster job creation and private investment.
Up to $300,000Due —Posted — - SourceActiveGRANT
Philadelphia FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance
Department of CommerceDepartment of CommerceEDA supports regional economic development planning and technical assistance to build capacity in distressed areas. Funding helps communities create strategic economic plans, conduct feasibility studies, and strengthen local institutions to guide job creation and private investment.
Up to $300,000Due —Posted — - SourceActiveGRANT
Seattle FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance
Department of CommerceDepartment of CommerceEDA supports regional economic development planning and technical assistance in distressed areas through comprehensive strategies, feasibility studies, and capacity-building projects. Funding helps communities create jobs, attract investment, and build economic resilience.
Up to $300,000Due —Posted — DARPA TTO seeks revolutionary defense platforms and systems demonstrating disruptive capabilities in rapid force building, sustainment, long-range effects, and adaptive design. Focus areas include innovative hardware solutions that reduce complexity, cost, and manufacturing risk while enabling responsive, affordable production.
Due Dec 22, 2026Posted —- SourceForecast
Mgt, Species, Pollinators, Western Bumble bee Joint Base Elmendorf- Richardson, Alaska
Department of DefenseDoD seeks management and species conservation expertise for western bumble bee populations at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska. The initiative addresses pollinator habitat protection and ecosystem management on military installations.
Due —Posted — - SourceActiveGRANT
Authority to Accept Unsolicited Proposals for Research Partnerships Notice of Intent (NOI)
Department of Housing and Urban DevelopmentDepartment of Housing and Urban DevelopmentHUD seeks unsolicited research partnership proposals to address housing challenges through collaborative innovation. This NOI invites organizations to propose novel research initiatives that advance HUD's mission in affordable housing, community development, and urban solutions.
Up to $2,000,000Due Jun 09, 2027Posted — - SourceForecast
National Defense Education Program (NDEP) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Consortia Request for Information (RFI) for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Research & Engineering)
Department of DefenseDoD seeks STEM education consortium approaches to develop science, technology, engineering, and mathematics talent pipelines supporting national defense capabilities. This RFI explores innovative educational partnerships and programs to strengthen the future workforce for advanced defense research and engineering.
Due —Posted — - SourceActiveGRANT
ROSES 2025: F.15 Artemis III Participating Scientist Program
National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationNASA HeadquartersNASA seeks Participating Scientists for Artemis III lunar missions to conduct groundbreaking scientific research on the Moon. This opportunity invites innovative research proposals that will advance lunar exploration and expand our understanding of the lunar environment.
Due —Posted — - SourceActiveGRANT
Austin FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance
Department of CommerceDepartment of CommerceEDA supports regional economic development planning and local technical assistance in distressed areas through grants for comprehensive economic strategies, feasibility studies, and disaster resiliency plans. Funding helps build capacity for job creation and private investment attraction.
Up to $300,000Due —Posted — The Department of War seeks a ground-based, affordable mass (G-BAM) precision payload delivery system using commercial technologies to provide cost-effective, high-volume alternatives to expensive hypersonic systems. This initiative addresses the need for sustained "magazine depth" capability against peer adversaries while maintaining operational affordability.
Due Dec 23, 2026Posted Jul 01, 2026- SourceForecastRFP
SEEK EAGLE MODELING, ANALYSIS, AND TOOLS SUPPORT (SEMATS) 4
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCEDEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.F1T4AD 96 TW SKAir Force SEEK EAGLE Modeling, Analysis, and Tools Support (SEMATS 4) contract providing software development, M&S tools, compatibility analysis, and high-performance computing support.
Due Oct 30, 20263 weeks leftPosted Jul 28, 2026 - SourceActiveOTHER
Technical Assistance for Affordable Buildings
Department of EnergyOffice of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)DOE grants help States and local governments adopt building codes that improve affordability, energy efficiency, and resilience. Technical assistance supports jurisdictions in leveraging buildings to meet broader climate and grid stability goals.
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State Manufacturing Leadership Program
Department of EnergyOffice of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE)States and universities can secure funding to help small manufacturers adopt smart manufacturing technologies and high-performance computing. The program supports workforce training, technical assistance, and direct technology implementation to boost competitiveness.
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ERDC's patented CyanoSTUN™ technology uses UV-C light to rapidly eliminate harmful algal blooms in freshwater reservoirs without toxic chemicals. This webinar explores licensing and commercialization opportunities for companies seeking to scale an innovative, field-tested solution addressing a critical water quality challenge.
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