Field Initiated Projects Program (Research)
About This Grant
The purpose of the Field Initiated Projects program is to generate new knowledge through research or to develop methods, products, procedures, or technologies -- to maximize the full inclusion and integration into society, employment, independent living, family/caregiver support, and economic and self sufficiency of people with disabilities, especially people with disabilities who have the greatest support needs. In carrying out a research project under a Field Initiated Projects research grant, a grantee must identify one or more hypotheses or research questions and, based on the hypotheses or research questions identified, perform an intensive, systematic study directed toward producing (1) new scientific knowledge, or (2) better understanding of the subject, problem studied, or body of knowledge. Please note that this will be the funding opportunity for Field Initiated Projects Research proposals. We will invite Field Initiated Projects Development proposals under a separate announcement. NIDILRR plans to make 16 Field Initiated Projects awards. NIDILRR's Field Initiated Projects will include a combination of research applications and development applications, depending on the combined ranking of individual research and development applications by the peer review panel. Grants will have a 36-month project period, with three 12-month budget periods.
Grant Summary
Field Initiated Projects Program (Research) is a Administration for Community Living grant providing $245K to $250K for small business, municipality, nonprofit. This is a forecast: it is not yet open for applications, and the estimated deadline is 2026-12-14. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
- States; public or private agencies, incuding for-profit agencies; public or private organizations, including for-profit organizations; IHEs' and Indian tribes and tribal organizations. Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement.
How to Apply
$245K–$250K
Estimated 2026-12-14
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Field Initiated Projects Program (Research) from Administration for Community Living, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Administration for Community Living before the deadline.
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Field Initiated Projects Program (Research): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Field Initiated Projects Program (Research)?
Field Initiated Projects Program (Research) is offered by Administration for Community Living. The listing names these applicant types: small business, municipality, nonprofit, university, tribal government. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. The funder's eligibility section is the authority, so confirm your organization type, location, and the population or project served against it before applying.
How much funding does the Field Initiated Projects Program (Research) provide?
Field Initiated Projects Program (Research) provides between $245K and $250K per award from Administration for Community Living. 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 Field Initiated Projects Program (Research) deadline?
Field Initiated Projects Program (Research) is a forecast from Administration for Community Living: it is not yet open for applications. The funder's estimated deadline is 2026-12-14, and forecast dates often change. Confirm the official posting with the funder before you prepare an application.
How do you apply for the Field Initiated Projects Program (Research)?
To apply for Field Initiated Projects Program (Research), 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 Administration for Community Living.
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