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The grant aims to establish a Community Engagement Evaluation and Data coordination hub (CEED) for the Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) Consortium, focusing on optimizing oral health through data use and community engagement. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, government entities, small businesses, and educational institutions. Currently, applications are not being solicited; interested parties are encouraged to prepare for future submissions and can contact hiroko.iida@nih.gov for more information.

Deadline: TBD

The grant aims to enhance the effectiveness of services under the Rehabilitation Act by funding research, training, and technical assistance focused on promoting community living outcomes for individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants include private and public institutions of higher education, various nonprofit organizations, government entities, and for-profit organizations, with foreign entities excluded. Application details are not provided, but interested parties can contact dawn.carlson@acl.hhs.gov for more information.

Deadline: TBD

The grant aims to fund a cooperative agreement for the continued operation of the National Resource Center on Engaging Older Adults, focusing on combating social isolation and loneliness among older adults through various engagement strategies. Eligible applicants include domestic public or private non-profit entities, such as state and local governments, tribal organizations, faith-based and community organizations, hospitals, and institutions of higher education. Application details are not specified, but interested parties can contact the grantor via email at sherri.clark@acl.hhs.gov for further information.

Deadline: TBD

The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program, administered by the National Park Service, aims to enhance parks and recreational opportunities in urban, underserved communities through competitive grants. Eligible applicants include State Lead Agencies from each state, as well as territories and certain sub-recipients like local governments and federally recognized tribes. Applications must be submitted by the State Lead Agency, which can apply on behalf of eligible sub-recipients, and a minimum 50% non-Federal match is required for funding eligibility.

Deadline: Nov 1, 2029

The grant aims to support community-engaged research that enhances understanding of environmental factors influencing children's language development and to create innovative measures for assessing this development. Eligible applicants include independent school districts, higher education institutions, small businesses, various government entities, nonprofits, and specific organizations serving diverse communities. Application details are not provided in the description; for further inquiries, applicants can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.

Deadline: Sep 7, 2027

The grant aims to promote community-engaged research that enhances the understanding of environmental factors supporting children's language development and to create innovative measures for assessing language development. Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, educational institutions, government entities, nonprofits, and various other organizations, including those serving specific communities. Application details are not provided in the description; interested parties should refer to the full opportunity announcement for further instructions.

Deadline: Sep 7, 2027

The grant aims to establish Centers of Excellence in the Gulf Coast Region through competitive subawards to nongovernmental entities and consortia, focusing on areas such as coastal sustainability, fisheries research, offshore energy development, and economic growth. Eligible applicants include state governments that will issue subawards and monitor compliance with agreements. For application assistance, applicants can contact the Office of Gulf Coast Restoration at restoreact@do.treas.gov.

Deadline: Oct 31, 2026

The grant aims to support the preservation and interpretation of historic battlefields and associated sites through the Battlefield Land Acquisition Grants (BLAG), which assist eligible entities in acquiring land for preservation. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations, including those with and without 501(c)(3) status. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year, and each grant requires a dollar-for-dollar non-Federal match.

Deadline: Sep 30, 2026

The grant provides funding for Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG) Imminent Threat (IT) projects aimed at supporting Tribes. Eligible applicants include Tribes and Tribal organizations, which must submit an eligibility determination with their application. Applications should be emailed to ONAP-ICDBG@hud.gov, and not submitted through Grants.gov.

Deadline: Sep 30, 2026

The Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program aims to establish and strengthen collaborations among community coalitions to prevent and reduce substance use among youth. Eligible applicants include community-based coalitions that have previously received a DFC grant, local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations. Interested parties can apply by contacting Christi Jones at DFC_NOFO@cdc.gov for more information.

Deadline: Apr 14, 2026

The Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program aims to establish and strengthen collaboration among community coalitions to prevent youth substance use and reduce substance abuse among adults. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, educational institutions, and government entities that have not previously received a DFC grant and are focused on addressing youth substance use. To apply, interested organizations should contact Christi Jones at DFC_NOFO@cdc.gov for further information.

Deadline: Apr 14, 2026

The grant aims to support the preservation and interpretation of historic battlefields and associated sites through funding for planning, restoration, and land acquisition activities. Eligible applicants include county and state governments, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations. To apply, interested parties must submit proposals that meet specific criteria related to the treatment of eligible properties, with a focus on projects that celebrate America's 250th birthday.

Deadline: Jan 8, 2026