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Federal and state grant opportunities with plain-English eligibility summaries. We aggregate public records — always verify the details on the funder’s site before applying. Or browse the complete index →
DoW Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Research Program, Therapeutic Idea Award
Due Sep 30, 2026Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA · Amount varies
This Department of War (Defense Health Agency) ALS Research Program Therapeutic Idea Award supports new, innovative, high-risk/high-reward ideas aimed at ALS drug or therapy discovery, with hypothesis-driven studies generating preliminary data. Eligibility is described as unrestricted (open to any entity type), subject to clarifications. Preliminary data are not required; the application's strength should rely on the approach. No specific award amount is stated.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesBroad eligibilitySingle Source Competition: Continuation of the Cardiovascular Repository for Type 1 Diabetes (CaRe-T1D) - Resource Center (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
Due Sep 30, 2026National Institutes of Health · Up to $1.5M
This NIH (NIDDK) U24 cooperative agreement funds continuation of the Cardiovascular Repository for Type 1 Diabetes (CaRe-T1D) Resource Center, supporting human cardiovascular tissue research. This is a single-source opportunity: only the University of Florida is eligible to apply, so no other organization qualifies. Foreign organizations and foreign components are not eligible, and clinical trials are not allowed under this mechanism. The stated maximum is about $1.5 million.
Schools & universitiesResearchersLarge awardNarrow eligibilityWINDOWS ON THE UNIVERSE: THE ERA OF MULTI-MESSENGER ASTROPHYSICS
Due Sep 30, 2026U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies
NSF's Windows on the Universe multi-messenger astrophysics (WoU-MMA) program supports research coordinating, observing, or interpreting astrophysical sources across electromagnetic waves, high-energy particles, and gravitational waves. Eligibility is described as unrestricted (open to any entity type), subject to clarifications in the solicitation. No specific award amount is stated. Proposals should be directed to the relevant participating NSF programs.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesBroad eligibilityDoW Rare Cancers Concept Award
Due Sep 30, 2026Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA · Amount varies
This Department of War (Defense Health Agency) Rare Cancers Research Program Concept Award supports highly innovative, untested, potentially groundbreaking novel concepts in rare cancers. Eligibility is described as unrestricted (open to any entity type), subject to clarifications. Preliminary data are not required, and the review is blinded, so identifying the PI, collaborators, or their organizations in the application is prohibited and will result in rejection. No specific award amount is stated.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesBroad eligibilityFY 2024 – 2026 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), National Marine Fisheries Service
Due Sep 30, 2026DOC NOAA - ERA Production · Amount varies
This NOAA Fisheries Broad Agency Announcement solicits proposals for special projects aligned with the agency's strategic plan and mission goals. It's broadly open to universities, nonprofits, businesses, individuals, and tribal/state/local governments, and even foreign organizations, though federal agencies can't apply directly. Applicants should route submissions to the correct NOAA Line Office BAA rather than this general notice. The deadline is September 30, 2026.
NonprofitsIndividualsGovernment / tribalResearchers+1 moreFY25 Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Navy and Marine Corps Science and Technology
Due Sep 30, 2026Office of Naval Research · Amount varies
The Office of Naval Research's FY25 Long Range BAA solicits proposals for science and technology projects advancing Navy and Marine Corps operations. Eligibility is broad: responsible sources from academia, industry, and the research community worldwide may apply, and both small and large businesses are encouraged; HBCUs and minority institutions are encouraged but have no set-aside. Federally Funded R&D Centers and government laboratories are not eligible to receive awards directly, though some teaming arrangements are allowed. No specific award amount is stated.
ResearchersSmall businessSchools & universitiesBroad eligibilityFY 2024 – 2026 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR)
Due Sep 30, 2026DOC NOAA - ERA Production · Amount varies
This NOAA Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR) Broad Agency Announcement invites applications for special projects aligned with NOAA's strategic plan and mission. Eligibility is broad and includes higher-education institutions, nonprofits, commercial organizations, international or foreign organizations and governments, individuals, and state, local, and tribal governments, though eligibility for a given activity depends on NOAA's statutory authority. Federal organizations are generally outside the scope. No award amount is provided, and as a BAA this describes a general framework rather than a single defined award; review the announcement for specifics.
NonprofitsSmall businessResearchersIndividuals+3 moreDoW Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Research Program, Pilot Clinical Trial Award
Due Sep 30, 2026Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA · Amount varies
This Department of War (Defense Health Agency) ALS Research Program Pilot Clinical Trial Award supports rapid implementation of phase 1 to small-scale phase 2 trials affecting ALS treatment or management. Eligibility is described as unrestricted (open to any entity type), subject to clarifications. Applications must address biomarker-driven interventions or clinical care, incorporate community collaboration, and include a regulatory strategy and transition plan. No specific award amount is stated.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesBroad eligibilityAnnouncement of Stand Down Grants
Due Sep 30, 2026Veterans Employment and Training Service · Up to $10K
The Department of Labor's Veterans' Employment and Training Service funds local Stand Down events that provide employment, social, and health services to veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Eligible applicants are broad: state, territorial, county, city, local, special district, and tribal governments and agencies, nonprofit and for-profit entities, workforce boards, higher-education institutions, and public and tribal housing authorities; faith-based organizations may apply, but 501(c)(4) organizations are not eligible. These are noncompetitive, first-come awards of up to $7,000 (one-day) or $10,000 (multi-day), with up to $50,000 possible in federally declared disaster areas. Note that costs incurred before the award start date are not reimbursed.
NonprofitsSmall businessGovernment / tribalSchools & universities+2 moreFY27 480-20-3706 Child Care Resource and Referral Program - Child Care Assistance Program
UnofficialDue Sep 30, 2026Early Childhood · Up to $31.9M
This large Illinois grant funds Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agencies that coordinate child care access and quality across regional communities, with awards up to roughly $31.9 million. Only existing 501(c)(3) nonprofit agencies (or those with a 501(c)(3) parent/fiscal agent) serving as continuation grantees may apply, and agencies must meet specific IT infrastructure and state system-access requirements — new organizations are not eligible.
Nonprofits501(c)(3) onlyLarge awardNarrow eligibilitySingle Source for Continuation of the Integrated Islet Distribution Program U24 (Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
Due Sep 30, 2026National Institutes of Health · Up to $2.2M
This NIH (NIDDK) U24 cooperative agreement funds continuation of the Integrated Islet Distribution Program, which supplies human islets to diabetes researchers. It is a single-source opportunity: only the PI/PDs associated with the prior award to Beckman Research Institute/City of Hope are eligible, so no other organization qualifies. Foreign organizations and foreign components are not eligible, and clinical trials are not allowed. The stated maximum is about $2.2 million.
Schools & universitiesResearchersLarge awardNarrow eligibilityLocal Share Account (LSA) - Monroe Co
UnofficialDue Sep 30, 2026Community & Economic Development · Amount varies
Open to municipalities in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, plus counties and municipalities contiguous to it, and economic or redevelopment authorities in that area — not open to general nonprofits or businesses. Funded through Act 71 gaming revenue (Local Share Account program) for community and economic development projects. The amount isn't specified; applications are due September 30, 2026.
Government / tribalNarrow eligibilityLocal Share Account (LSA) - Northampton & Lehigh
UnofficialDue Sep 30, 2026Community & Economic Development · Amount varies
Limited to municipalities, counties, and economic development or redevelopment authorities within Northampton and Lehigh Counties, Pennsylvania — not open to general nonprofits or businesses. Funded through Act 71 gaming revenue, the Local Share Account program supports community and economic development projects in these counties. The award amount isn't specified, and applications are due September 30, 2026.
Government / tribalNarrow eligibilityLocal Share Account (LSA) - Luzerne Co
UnofficialDue Sep 30, 2026Community & Economic Development · Amount varies
Limited to municipalities in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, and the Luzerne County Redevelopment Authority — not open to nonprofits or businesses generally. Funded through Act 71 gaming revenue (Local Share Account program) for community and economic development projects in the county. The amount isn't specified; applications are due September 30, 2026.
Government / tribalNarrow eligibilityLocal Share Account Fund (Gaming Funds) Category 4
UnofficialDue Sep 30, 2026Community & Economic Development · Amount varies
Open to Pennsylvania counties, municipalities, and economic development or redevelopment authorities in areas hosting Category 4 gaming licensees — not open to general nonprofits or businesses. Funded through Act 71 gaming revenue via the Commonwealth Financing Authority to support public-interest projects in host counties. The amount isn't specified; applications are due September 30, 2026.
Government / tribalNarrow eligibility2025 Tribal Multifamily Finance Super Notice of Funding Availability
UnofficialDue Sep 30, 2026Department of Housing and Community Development · Amount varies
California's Department of Housing and Community Development offers this NOFA exclusively to California Tribal Entities, providing forgivable loans for new construction, rehab, and conversion of affordable rental housing, plus grants for related infrastructure like parks, utilities, roads, and transit facilities. No other applicant types are eligible. The deadline is September 30, 2026.
Government / tribalNarrow eligibilityEDU Core Research
Due Oct 1, 2026U.S. National Science Foundation · $500K–$2.5M
NSF's EDU Core Research (ECR:Core) program supports fundamental research advancing knowledge of STEM learning, broadening participation, and STEM workforce development for learners of all ages in formal and informal settings. Eligibility is described as unrestricted (open to any entity type), subject to clarifications in the solicitation. Funding has three levels: up to $500,000 (Level I), up to $1.5 million (Level II), and up to $2.5 million (Level III), with project durations of three to five years.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesLarge awardBroad eligibilityDoW, Ovarian Cancer, Investigator-Initiated Research Award
Due Oct 1, 2026Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA · Amount varies
This Department of War (Defense Health Agency) Ovarian Cancer Investigator-Initiated Research Award supports high-impact research from basic laboratory through translational work, excluding clinical trials. Eligibility is described as unrestricted (open to any entity type), subject to clarifications. Preliminary data are required, and a Partnering PI option allows two investigators to work synergistically on a single project. No specific award amount is stated; review the full opportunity for requirements.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesBroad eligibilityDoW, Ovarian Cancer, Pilot Award
Due Oct 1, 2026Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA · Amount varies
This Department of War (Defense Health Agency) Ovarian Cancer Pilot Award supports research exploring innovative concepts or theories that could expand or modify current thinking in ovarian cancer. Eligibility is described as unrestricted (open to any entity type), subject to clarifications. Innovation is central; preliminary data are not required but allowed. A blinded pre-application screening means no PI, collaborator, or organization identifying material should be included at that stage. No specific award amount is stated.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesBroad eligibilityDoW, Ovarian Cancer, Ovarian Cancer Clinical Trial Academy – Early-Career Investigator Award
Due Oct 1, 2026Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA · Amount varies
This Department of War (Defense Health Agency) Ovarian Cancer Clinical Trial Academy Early-Career Investigator Award supports junior clinical trialists through a virtual academy providing mentoring, networking, and training to run ovarian cancer clinical trials. Eligibility is described as unrestricted (open to any entity type), subject to clarifications, but the award targets Early-Career Investigators within 12 years of their last postdoctoral or fellowship position who must commit at least 25% effort. Preliminary data are required. No specific award amount is stated.
ResearchersSchools & universitiesNarrow eligibility