Grants for Researchers

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH program funds leadership and operations centers for the HIV/AIDS clinical trials networks, supporting the coordination and infrastructure of large multi-site clinical research networks. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. These awards typically go to universities and major research institutions capable of leading a national network, so eligibility is narrow and awards are generally large.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

This NSF program supports state-of-the-art instruments and facilities for atmospheric research and education, including lower-atmosphere observing facilities and community instruments. Eligibility is unrestricted in principle, but note an important restriction: proposals to the Lower Atmospheric Observing Facilities track are accepted by invitation only and require contacting the program director first. Award amounts and deadline are not specified. This is best suited to universities and research institutions that operate or provide shared instrumentation.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH program (U42, clinical trial not allowed) supports a National Swine Resource and Research Center, providing a shared resource for swine models used in biomedical research. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. U42 resource awards typically go to a single university or institution able to operate a national resource center, so eligibility is narrow; clinical trials are not permitted under this opportunity.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH program supports research illuminating the Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD) genome to enable precision genomic medicine. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. NIH research awards in this area typically fund universities and research institutions, so eligibility is generally narrow; review the full notice for confirmed eligibility and award details.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This forecasted Administration for Community Living program (Field Initiated Projects, Research track) supports applied research to improve services and outcomes for people with disabilities and older adults. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. Federal disability research programs typically fund universities, nonprofits, and research organizations, so review the full notice for confirmed eligibility before planning an application.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted National Eye Institute program (R61/R33, clinical trial not allowed) supports translational research to develop therapeutics for eye diseases through a phased milestone-driven award. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. R61/R33 awards typically fund universities, research institutions, and sometimes small businesses; clinical trials are not permitted under this opportunity. Review the full notice for confirmed eligibility.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, but in practice this NSF program funds fundamental research in solid mechanics, materials, and structural behavior, so it's primarily suited to university researchers and research institutions rather than typical nonprofits or small businesses. No award amount is specified, and no fixed deadline is listed here, so applicants should check NSF's current submission window.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH program (Lasker Clinical Research Scholars, Si2/R00) supports early-stage clinical researchers transitioning to independent investigator positions, typically physician-scientists at research institutions. Detailed eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. Applicants should expect the narrow eligibility and intramural-to-extramural transition structure typical of this NIH career-development program and consult the full notice when released.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH program (R24, clinical trial not allowed) funds the enhancement and ongoing management of established biomedical data repositories and knowledgebases. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. R24 resource grants typically go to universities and research institutions already operating such resources, so eligibility is generally narrow; clinical trials are not permitted under this opportunity.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH program (single-source U24, clinical trial not allowed) supports a Coordinating Center for the Small Cell Lung Cancer Consortium. Because it is single-source, it is intended for a specific designated recipient rather than open competition, so most applicants will not be eligible. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted; clinical trials are not permitted under this opportunity.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH program funds clinical research centers for the Atopic Dermatitis Research Network, supporting coordinated clinical studies of atopic dermatitis (eczema) and related allergic conditions. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. These awards typically go to universities and academic medical centers capable of conducting network clinical research, so eligibility is narrow; review the full notice for confirmed details.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH program funds research and development to accelerate next-generation malaria vaccines as a model for mosquito-borne diseases. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. NIH R&D awards in this area typically fund universities, research institutions, and sometimes companies; review the full notice for confirmed eligibility, including whether foreign organizations may apply.

AFRL Kirtland AFB · Amount varies

This forecasted Air Force Research Laboratory (Kirtland AFB) announcement (DETER ARA) funds experimentation and research in directed energy technology. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not posted in this listing. Defense research announcements typically fund universities, research institutions, and companies, and may carry restrictions related to U.S. national security and export control; review the full announcement for confirmed eligibility and any citizenship or facility requirements.

Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB · Amount varies

This forecasted Administration for Children and Families (Children's Bureau) program funds evaluations of Kinship Navigator Programs, which help relatives caring for children connect to services. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. ACF evaluation awards typically fund universities, research organizations, nonprofits, and public agencies; review the full notice for confirmed eligibility before applying.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This forecasted NIH program funds interdisciplinary research networks advancing biomedical research on resilience and health optimization. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. Research-network awards typically fund universities and research institutions and involve multi-institution collaborations, so eligibility is generally narrow; review the full notice for confirmed eligibility and award details.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is an NIH forecast notice for research into how genomic variants interact with other variants or with the environment (UM1 cooperative agreement mechanism), not yet an open competition. This mechanism funds large-scale research consortia, so likely applicants will be research institutions. Eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines have not been published yet.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted NIH opportunity for pilot and feasibility studies preparing for substance use and HIV prevention intervention and services research trials. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published. NIH research awards of this kind generally target research institutions and universities rather than individuals or general nonprofits. Review the full notice once released to confirm who may apply and what is funded.

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health · Amount varies

This is a forecasted opportunity from the HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health for innovative approaches to reducing disparities in kidney health. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published. Awards in this area typically target organizations or researchers working on health equity and kidney disease rather than individuals. Check the full notice when released to confirm eligibility and funded activities.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted FDA research opportunity (U01 cooperative agreement) to identify and evaluate possible approaches to addressing nitrosamine impurities in drugs. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published. U01 awards generally suit research institutions, universities, and similar organizations rather than individuals or general nonprofits. Review the full notice once released to confirm who may apply.

DOC NOAA - ERA Production · $250K–$30M

Institutions of higher education, nonprofits, for-profit companies, U.S. territories, and state, local, and tribal governments may apply to this NOAA program for fish habitat restoration in the Great Lakes. Federal agencies and their employees are not eligible. Applicants can be located anywhere, but the proposed work must take place within the Great Lakes basin in one of the eight U.S. Great Lakes states (NY, PA, OH, MI, IN, IL, WI, MN). Awards range from about $250,000 to $30 million, making this a large-award opportunity with a strong geographic restriction.