Grants for Schools & Universities

Idaho Field Office · $0

This is a Request for Information (RFI) from the DOE Idaho Field Office gathering ideas, comments, and recommendations to shape future Office of Nuclear Energy research work scopes — it is not a funding award and offers no money. A broad range of respondents may submit input, including for-profits, small businesses, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), and public and private institutions of higher education, with responses made through NEUP.gov per the posted instructions. There is no award amount or grant funding tied to this listing.

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.

National Park Service · $1–$90K

An open National Park Service award to develop an R software package and certify data for NPS units in the National Capital and Northeast regions, supporting historic-preservation training and the Certified Local Government program. Eligibility is restricted to public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; nonprofits, businesses, and individuals are not eligible. The award value runs up to roughly $90,000, and no application deadline was listed.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

An open National Science Foundation program funding research on Earth's near-surface environment and how hydrologic, geomorphic, and geochemical processes shape the critical zone. Proposals may only be submitted by U.S.-based non-profit, non-academic research organizations (museums, observatories, research labs, professional societies) and accredited two- and four-year institutions of higher education acting on behalf of their faculty; individuals and businesses are not eligible to apply directly. No specific award amount or application deadline was listed in this record.

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.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

The NSF Engineering for Civil Infrastructure (ECI) program funds fundamental research in geotechnical, structural, materials, architectural, and coastal engineering to improve the nation's civil infrastructure and its resilience to climate change and hazards. Eligibility is unrestricted by entity type, so universities, nonprofits, businesses, and other organizations may apply, though proposals are typically led by researchers at institutions. Funding amount and deadline are not specified in this listing. Both disciplinary and convergent research approaches are welcomed.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) FDA cooperative-agreement opportunity (U01) for health-equity research that does not involve clinical trials. Based on the U01 mechanism, awards typically go to research institutions, universities, and similar organizations rather than individuals or small businesses. Eligibility details, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published, so check the official notice when it posts before assuming you qualify.

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.

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.

Department of Fish and Wildlife · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments, this California Department of Fish and Wildlife program funds research and innovation projects that evaluate and mitigate the environmental impacts of cannabis cultivation, covering water use, land management, native species, community engagement, and technological innovation. Award amounts and deadline are not specified. Projects must address impacts in California, and applicants such as researchers and universities working through eligible entity types are encouraged.

U.S. Mission to Australia · $5K–$15K

The U.S. Mission to Australia welcomes proposals under its Annual Program Statement from a range of applicants, including non-governmental and civil society organizations, think tanks, educational institutions, and nonprofits; prior program and budget-management experience is desired. Awards are relatively small, ranging from about $5,000 to $15,000, and proposals must include a detailed budget and information about cost sharing by other entities. Projects must involve and acknowledge the U.S. Embassy, and proposals are submitted by email to the Public Affairs Section. Because cost-sharing information is expected and the program is tied to U.S.-Australia engagement, review the embassy's grant forms and guidelines before applying.

National Institutes of Health · Amount varies

This NIH opportunity (an R24 resource award, clinical trial optional) funds resource and capacity building to advance the science of aggression across species and disciplines. It is intended for research institutions and investigators, such as universities and research centers, that can build shared resources or capacity for a research field rather than individuals or general nonprofits. The opportunity is forecasted and not yet open, so eligibility specifics, award amounts, and deadlines have not been published. R24 resource awards are specialized, so confirm eligibility in the official notice before applying.

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 NIH opportunity funds early- and late-stage clinical trials across the spectrum of Alzheimer's disease, Alzheimer's disease-related dementias, and age-related cognitive decline. It is intended for research institutions capable of conducting clinical trials, such as universities, academic medical centers, and research hospitals, rather than individuals or general nonprofits. The opportunity is forecasted and not yet open, so eligibility specifics, award amounts, and deadlines have not been published. Because clinical trial awards require significant infrastructure and oversight, review the official notice carefully before applying.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

The NSF Chemical Process Systems (CPS) program funds fundamental research on chemical and biochemical processes to make manufacturing, energy, and biotechnology more efficient and sustainable, spanning catalysis, reactor design, separations, and process optimization. Eligibility is unrestricted, so universities, research organizations, and other entity types may apply. No specific award amount or deadline is listed in the program description.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

The NSF Division of Chemistry is piloting no-deadline submission for its Chemistry of Life Processes, Chemical Structure and Dynamics, and Chemical Theory/Computational Methods programs. Eligibility is limited to U.S.-based nonprofit non-academic research organizations (such as independent museums, observatories, and research labs) and accredited U.S. institutions of higher education acting for their faculty; individuals and businesses do not qualify. No specific award amount is listed, and proposals may be submitted at any time.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) FDA cooperative agreement (U01, no clinical trial) to integrate machine learning with computational fluid dynamics models of orally inhaled drug products. It targets research institutions with relevant modeling expertise, not individuals or the general public. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) FDA cooperative agreement (U01, no clinical trial) for long-term data collection on antimicrobial use in animals. It is aimed at research institutions equipped to conduct long-term veterinary data collection, not individuals. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not yet been published.

Administration for Community Living · Amount varies

This is a forecasted (not yet open) funding opportunity from the Administration for Community Living to deliver evidence-based falls-prevention programs to older adults who also have behavioral health and/or chronic conditions. Based on similar ACL programs, eligible applicants are typically nonprofits, aging-services organizations, state/tribal agencies, and universities; the published notice did not list specific eligibility, award amounts, or a deadline. Because it is forecasted, applications are not yet being accepted and details may change before it is posted.

U.S. Mission to Egypt · Amount varies

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo's Public Diplomacy Section uses this Annual Program Statement to invite proposals for projects that strengthen U.S.-Egypt ties, typically from nonprofits, NGOs, educational institutions, and similar organizations. This is a forecasted opportunity, so eligibility rules, funding amounts, focus areas, and deadlines have not yet been published; check the official posting for specifics before applying. Embassy public diplomacy programs are usually tied to U.S.-Egypt cultural, educational, or civic-engagement goals, which may limit geographic or thematic eligibility.