Grants for Schools & Universities

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

The NSF Computational and Data-Enabled Science and Engineering (CDS&E) meta-program funds research that uses new computational and data-analysis approaches to drive breakthroughs across science and engineering disciplines. Eligibility is unrestricted, so universities, research organizations, and other entity types may apply, though proposals must have a significant computational or data-science component beyond typical methods. No specific award amount or deadline is listed.

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. Mission to Egypt · Amount varies

This forecasted U.S. Mission to Egypt program (Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, AFCP 2020 small grants) funds the preservation of cultural heritage sites, objects, and traditional cultural expression. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not posted in this listing. AFCP programs typically support nonprofits, museums, and cultural institutions and are geographically focused on the host country (Egypt); confirm eligibility in the full notice.

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.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This forecasted Administration for Community Living program (Projects of National Significance: Empowering Individuals) supports projects that promote independence, self-determination, and inclusion for people with developmental disabilities. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. These programs typically fund nonprofits, universities, and public agencies; review the full notice for confirmed eligibility before applying.

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.

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.

Centers for Disease Control-GHC · Amount varies

This forecasted CDC Global Health Center program funds work to strengthen and modernize Uganda's public health systems and workforce in data science, informatics, and surveillance. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not yet posted. Global health cooperative agreements typically target organizations with an in-country presence in the host country (Uganda), often nonprofits, universities, and government or international entities; review the full notice for confirmed eligibility.

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.

U.S. Mission to Egypt · Amount varies

This forecasted U.S. Mission to Egypt program (Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, AFCP 2020 small grants) funds the preservation of cultural heritage sites, objects, and traditional forms of cultural expression. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadline are not posted in this listing. AFCP programs typically support nonprofits, museums, cultural institutions, and similar organizations, and are geographically focused on the host country (Egypt); review the full notice for confirmed eligibility.

Department of Commerce · Up to $300K

This EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance program (Denver region) funds economic development planning in economically distressed areas. Eligible applicants are limited to District Organizations, Indian Tribes, states and political subdivisions, institutions of higher education, and nonprofits acting in cooperation with a political subdivision; private individuals and standalone for-profits are not eligible. Awards range up to about $300,000. Note that applications are submitted through EDA's EDGE platform, not Grants.gov.

Department of Commerce · Up to $300K

This EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance program (Philadelphia region) funds economic development planning in economically distressed areas. Eligible applicants are limited to District Organizations, Indian Tribes, states and political subdivisions, institutions of higher education, and nonprofits acting in cooperation with a political subdivision; private individuals and standalone for-profits are not eligible. Awards range up to about $300,000. Applications are submitted through EDA's EDGE platform, not Grants.gov.

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.

U.S. Mission to the United Nations · $1K–$100K

Open to both individuals and organizations (nonprofits, think-tanks, civil society, NGOs, nonprofit educational institutions, and foreign public/UN entities), this U.S. Mission to the United Nations–Geneva small grants program funds projects advancing U.S. multilateral policy priorities such as human rights, humanitarian response, global health, climate action, UN transparency, and gender. For-profit and commercial entities are not eligible. Projects should target international audiences and have a presence in or be carried out in Geneva. Awards range from about $1,000 to $100,000.

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.