Apply for Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs)

Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs) is a Office of Science grant providing between $12,000,000 and $18,000,000. Applications are due 2026-07-01 (closing in 12 days).

How to apply for Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs)

1. Confirm your organization is eligible for Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs) from Office of Science, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
2. Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
3. Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
4. Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Office of Science before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs)?

Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs) is offered by Office of Science and is generally open to nonprofit, small business, university, municipality, tribal government, healthcare org, school district. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs) provide?

Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs) provides between $12M and $18M per award from Office of Science. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs) deadline?

Applications for Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs) are due 2026-07-01 (closing in 12 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Office of Science, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs)?

To apply for Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs), confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Office of Science.