WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce, through National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - ERA Production, invites proposals for the National Bycatch Reduction Engineering Program (BREP) for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. This initiative aims to support innovative engineering solutions that effectively reduce bycatch in fisheries, thereby promoting sustainable fishing practices and conserving marine ecosystems. Proposals can seek funding between $50,000 and $400,000, targeting projects that develop, test, and implement tec more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce, through National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - ERA Production, invites proposals for the SEFSC Bluefin Tuna Research Program. This initiative aims to support vital research that enhances the understanding of bluefin tuna populations and their habitats, contributing to the sustainability of this vital fishery. Grants awarded under this program will range from $25,000 to $300,000, with funding intended for projects that can demonstrate a measurable impact on the management and c more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, has announced a grant opportunity aimed at promoting tourism in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. This initiative seeks proposals for projects designed to enhance outdoor and heritage tourism, with a focus on sustainable practices that benefit both the environment and the local economy. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, local and tribal governments, educational institutions, and other entities involved in tourism promotion. The awarded more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Bureau of Justice Assistance, has announced the BJA FY 2026 Crisis Response Training Program. This funding opportunity is designed to support state, local, and tribal governments, as well as law enforcement agencies, correctional facilities, probation and parole departments, and sheriffs' offices in developing, implementing, or expanding crisis response training programs. The aim is to enhance public safety, officer safety, and operational effectiveness by improving law enforcem more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, seeks applications for the Appalachian Region Healthcare Support Program. This initiative aims to enhance healthcare delivery in rural areas of the Appalachian region by supporting rural healthcare organizations. With an estimated total funding of $2.5 million, this program offers technical assistance to eligible applicants, which include critical access hospitals, small rural hospitals, rural health clinics, trib more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, is seeking applications for the Regional Excellence for Access to Comprehensive Care for Hemophilia Networks (REACH Networks) grant program. This initiative aims to enhance healthcare access and support for individuals living with hemophilia by developing strong regional networks. Eligible applicants include public and private nonprofit entities, as well as other organizations dedicated to improving care for hemoph more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, seeks applications for the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program - Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health. This program is designed to support rural communities in establishing and expanding behavioral health care services, including mental health and substance use disorder services for children and adolescents in designated rural areas. The estimated total funding available for this initiative is $9 million, w more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, has announced a funding opportunity aimed at addressing the opioid crisis in rural America. With a funding range set at $300,000, the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program - Overdose Response is designed to support initiatives that enhance overdose response efforts in rural communities. This initiative seeks to mitigate the impact of opioid overdoses by providing essential resources and support to local entitie more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for innovative research aimed at improving health outcomes for Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) populations. The grant, titled Innovative Research to Improve Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Health Outcomes, offers funding opportunities that prioritize novel approaches to enhancing healthcare delivery and addressing health disparities within these communities. Eligible investigators are encouraged t more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Centers for Disease Control, seeks proposals for a grant aimed at studying the long-term health outcomes of individuals living with spina bifida. This funding opportunity is designed to enhance understanding and improve health management for this population, ultimately leading to better health interventions and resources. With an award range between $100,000 to $300,000, the grant supports innovative research that explores the various health challenges faced b more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks proposals for the Small Instruments and Modern Equipment for Shared-use Biomedical Research Facilities and Resources program. This initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of shared-use biomedical research facilities by funding the acquisition of essential equipment that can be utilized across multiple research projects. Grant recipients may receive funding ranging from $25,000 to $350,000, providing significant financia more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Department of State has announced the opening of a federal grant opportunity under the Mission Australia APS, 2026 program. This initiative aims to support projects that advance U.S.-Australia relations and foster mutual understanding between the two nations. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and community groups. The grant provides funding ranging from $25,000 to $100,000 to successful applicants who demonstrate innovative ideas and effective strategies that align w more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Department of State recently announced the opening of its U.S. Mission to Australia 2026 Annual Program Statement, inviting organizations to propose projects that align with the mission's goals. Grants will range from $25,000 to $100,000, supporting initiatives that foster collaboration and strengthen ties between the U.S. and Australia. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals with innovative ideas that further bilateral engagement and promote shared priori more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture, through the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, has opened funding for research focused on the spatial ecology and dynamics of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in wild white-tailed and mule deer populations in Northern Colorado. This initiative aims to enhance understanding of how CWD spreads among these deer species, which is critical for wildlife management and disease mitigation strategies. Potential applicants can vie for awards ranging from $100 to $413,380 to support their r more ST