The Mozilla Foundation Democracy x AI Cohort offers $50,000 grants for 10 projects building AI tools that protect civic life. Top performers can earn up to $300,000. Deadline: March 16, 2026.
Early-stage investigators saw their NIH R01 success rate drop from 29.8% to 18.5% in one year. The multiyear forward-funding policy will eliminate an estimated 970 competing grants in FY2026.
After a five-month authorization lapse, Senators Ernst and Markey have reached a bipartisan deal to reauthorize SBIR/STTR for five years. Here is what the Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act means for your pipeline.
A complete guide to free GPU hours and cloud credits for AI researchers, from NSF ACCESS and DOE exascale allocations to NAIRR, NVIDIA, and cloud provider programs.
A practical framework for writing responsible AI sections in grant proposals, covering fairness metrics, bias testing, data governance, and what NIH, NSF, and DARPA expect.
NIH and NSF data show persistent disparities in AI grant funding by gender. Women receive smaller first awards and hold fewer than 20% of AI faculty positions.
Real-world costs for GPU compute, cloud instances, data labeling, and ML talent to build defensible AI grant budgets that reviewers will approve.
A comprehensive calendar of recurring AI grant deadlines from NSF, NIH, DARPA, DOE, SBIR, and Horizon Europe — with dollar amounts, cycles, and links.
Your AI proposal was rejected. Here is how to decode reviewer comments, fix the criticisms that sink machine learning grants, and resubmit strategically.
NSF funds 22% of CISE proposals but just 15% in AI-heavy IIS. NIH rates are falling. DARPA stays opaque. A data-driven look at where AI researchers should aim.
Major funders are channeling billions into AI projects across developing countries. Here are the programs, deadlines, and dollar amounts researchers need to know.
Our database of 87,000+ grants includes over 4,000 AI-related opportunities. Here are the agencies, dollar amounts, and topics driving the federal AI funding boom.
NSF reviewers reject vague broader impacts in AI proposals. Here are the specific strategies, partnerships, and commitments that funded proposals actually use.
Compare Google, Microsoft, Meta, and NVIDIA research grants against NSF, DARPA, DOE, and NIH federal funding for AI research.
The new DARPA CLARA program offers up to $2 million per award for research that integrates machine learning with automated reasoning to build verifiable, explainable AI. Proposals are due April 10, 2026.
NIH and NSF now scrutinize data management plans for AI projects. Model cards, FAIR compliance, and dataset documentation are where most applicants stumble.
The Department of Energy released 26 science and technology challenges under its Genesis Mission, backed by $320 million in AI investments. The initiative targets everything from autonomous labs to grid modernization.
The Genesis Mission is the most ambitious federal AI-for-science initiative ever launched. Here is how the consortium, 26 challenges, and new platform reshape funding.
The European Commission opened EUR 307.3M in Horizon Europe AI calls closing April 15, 2026. Here is how non-EU teams can compete for a share.
Granted now has an MCP server that lets Claude Desktop search 87,000+ grants directly. Set it up in 30 seconds with zero config.
President Trump signed the FY2026 appropriations package on February 3. NIH, NSF, DOE, and ARPA-H all survived proposed cuts. A detailed scorecard for grant seekers.
Practical strategies for domain experts writing AI-integrated grant proposals, from framing ML methodology to preempting common reviewer objections.
Federal appeals courts and the FY2026 appropriations bill have both blocked the Trump administration push to cap indirect cost reimbursements at 15 percent. Here is what happened and what comes next.
US agencies are funding cross-border AI research at record levels. A guide to bilateral programs, Horizon Europe access, and the IP and visa issues that trip teams up.
Ten foundations pledged $500M over five years for responsible AI. Who is funding what, when grants open, and how to position your proposal.
After court settlements with state attorneys general and the ACLU, NIH is re-reviewing more than 5,000 previously frozen or denied grant applications. What happened, who is affected, and what to do next.
NSF awarded $100M to five new AI Research Institutes with Capital One and Intel. Here is what they fund, who leads them, and how to position for the next round.
A new NSF dear colleague letter invites proposals for building secure, open-source infrastructure for AI agent ecosystems. If you work on interoperability, security, or open standards for AI systems, this one is for you.
OpenAI awarded $40.5M to 208 nonprofits through its People-First AI Fund. Here is what the fund covers, who qualified, and what comes next.
How academic AI researchers can use SBIR and STTR grants to move from published papers to funded startups, with agency-specific strategies and common pitfalls to avoid.
Federal AI funding hits $3.3B in FY2025 while foundations pledge $500M+ for responsible AI. Our annual report breaks down the numbers, programs, and what comes next.
CA, MA, and MD capture the most federal AI research dollars. We break down why — university clusters, national labs, EPSCoR gaps, and emerging hubs.
The biggest private funders of AI research, ranked by committed dollars. Includes focus areas, grant sizes, and how to apply.
Federal and philanthropic funding for AI in education has surged past $800M. Here are the programs school districts, universities, and workforce boards should target.
A map of who is actually putting money behind responsible AI -- from NSF and NIST to MacArthur, Ford Foundation, Open Philanthropy, and corporate programs.
Federal agencies, foundations, and international bodies are funding AI in agriculture. Here is where the money is going and how to position your proposal.
The Pentagon is requesting $13.4B for autonomous systems in FY2026. Here is where robotics researchers and startups can compete for funding right now.
From DOE's $320M Genesis Mission to the Bezos Earth Fund's $100M AI challenge, the AI-climate funding landscape has never been larger or more competitive.
From NSF SaTC to DARPA AIxCC, federal agencies are pouring billions into AI-powered cyber defense. A guide to the programs funding this convergence.
A comprehensive guide to AI healthcare funding: NIH Bridge2AI, AHRQ safety grants, NSF/NIH Smart Health, BARDA, Gates Foundation, and Google.org.
Where nonprofits can find $20K-$500K to fund AI pilots and adoption, from federal programs to private foundations investing in social sector technology.
The Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs just released $1.27 billion across 34 programs. Universities, nonprofits, and small businesses are all eligible.
NSF AI Institutes, NAIRR, ExpandAI, CISE Future CoRe, SCH, CAIG — every active program with current deadlines, award ceilings, and solicitation numbers.
Eleven days into the DHS shutdown, FEMA preparedness grants are frozen, disbursements halted, and new applications stalled. What grant recipients and applicants should do now.
The EPA Environmental Education Grant Program is funding up to 16 projects nationwide with awards of $200,000–$250,000. Applications through Grants.gov are due March 3, 2026.
EUR 307M in Horizon Europe AI calls closed April 15, 2026. US researchers can participate — but the rules are specific. Here is how to navigate them.
A current catalog of open DARPA AI programs and BAAs — from I2O office-wide to CLARA, ML2P, and SABER. What is funded, what is closed, and how to respond.
The 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance revision, Executive Order 14332, and the 2025 OMB Compliance Supplement are collectively reshaping compliance, oversight, and termination rules for federal awards in 2026.
Most nonprofits waste months chasing the wrong foundations. Here is a research-to-submission system that starts with the funder data — not the proposal.
The National Science Foundation is slashing the number of external reviews required for grant proposals and giving program officers far more power. Every NSF applicant needs to adapt.
The new NSF Tech Labs initiative will fund independent research organizations with massive multi-year awards. Solicitation expected spring 2026.
The One Big Beautiful Bill creates a new above-the-line charitable deduction but introduces floors and caps that could reduce total giving by billions. What nonprofits need to know.
The DoD FY2026 AI budget spans far more than DARPA. ONR, AFOSR, ARL, CDAO, and DIU all fund external researchers — here is how to find their solicitations.
The SBIR and STTR programs expired in September 2025 and Congress still has not reauthorized them. Over $4 billion in annual small business innovation funding remains frozen.
California, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas are launching billions in state-funded research grants as federal success rates hit historic lows. Here is where the new money is.
USDA is funding AI research across NIFA, ARS, and more — from precision agriculture to food supply chain modeling. Here is where the money actually goes.
USDA NIFA's AFRI Strengthening Agricultural Systems program awards up to $10 million for integrated research, education, and extension projects. The letter of intent deadline is February 26, 2026.
The Department of Education released $169M in FIPSE grants for AI in higher education, civil discourse, and accreditation reform. Breaking down who qualifies and how to position your proposal.
We tested 7 AI grant writing tools on real NIH, NSF, and SBIR proposals. Honest comparison of Granted AI, Grantboost, Grantable, ChatGPT, Claude, Instrumentl, and more.
The House Science Committee passed the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026 with a 37-0 vote. Here is what researchers, early-career scientists, and Space Grant institutions should know about the funding signals.
The SBIR/STTR programs expired in September 2025 and Congress has three competing reauthorization bills. Here is what the lapse means for active awards, new applications, and your innovation pipeline.
Granted launches Committee Review — the first AI tool that mirrors real funder review panels with independent multi-perspective critique, deliberation, and consensus-ranked findings.
Granted expanded from 12 to 144 data sources in a single sprint. We now index grants from every U.S. state portal, 15+ international funders, and all major federal agencies.
The National Science Foundation rejects 3 out of 4 proposals. We analyzed the data on NSF rejection rates by directorate, common reviewer critiques, and the strategies that separate funded PIs from everyone else.
A breakdown of what federal and foundation grant reviewers prioritize when scoring proposals, based on reviewer feedback and panel guidelines -- and how to identify weaknesses before submission.
Every USDA grant program farmers can apply for in 2026 — from EQIP and REAP to specialty crop and beginning farmer programs. Eligibility, amounts, deadlines, and how to apply.
A deep dive into how AI-powered review panels can simulate the NIH study section process -- independent scoring, deliberation, and consensus -- to strengthen grant proposals before submission.
A comprehensive guide to finding and winning federal grants for nonprofit organizations in 2026, covering EPA, USDA, HUD, and other agency programs.
Everything first-time applicants need to know about applying for federal grants in 2026, from registration to submission.
A comprehensive guide to federal grants for tribal colleges and universities (TCUs), including NSF TCUP, EPA Indian programs, and USDA tribal funding.
Grant proposal writing differs from article writing in structure, tone, and evidence. Learn the key differences that funders expect.
How community organizations can access EPA environmental justice grants, community change grants, and other federal funding for environmental equity in 2026.
A practical guide for startups applying to SBIR and STTR grants for the first time in 2026, covering eligibility, agencies, Phase I vs Phase II, and proposal tips.
A comprehensive guide to NOAA funding for coastal resilience, marine debris, ocean science, and climate adaptation research in 2026.
NSF reviewers reveal what makes a winning grant proposal. Tips on Intellectual Merit, Broader Impacts, storytelling, and measurable outcomes.
Insider tips from NIH reviewers on what they prioritize in grant proposals. Specific Aims, preliminary data, and pitfalls to avoid.
Complete guide to USDA REAP grants for rural small businesses and farms -- eligibility, funding amounts, application steps, and scoring criteria.
Write a winning SBIR proposal with tips on project narratives, team qualifications, budget justification, and agency compliance.
Rejected SBIR proposal? Good — now you have reviewer feedback. Use it to address weaknesses, sharpen your aims, and resubmit stronger.
Why most NIH R01 proposals fail and how to fix common mistakes. Avoid unclear aims, weak methodology, and insufficient preliminary data.
Build a collaborative NSF research team that wins grants. Tips on choosing PIs, defining roles, and demonstrating a strong track record.
How to write an NIH Specific Aims page that hooks reviewers. Structure, examples, and common mistakes to avoid in your grant proposal.
Craft the perfect grant project pitch with SMART objectives, compelling storytelling, and a detailed budget that wins over funders.
Craft an NIH Biosketch that proves you are the right PI. Tips on personal statements, contributions to science, and research support.
How to write the best grant biosketch. Tailor it to each opportunity, showcase relevant expertise, and impress reviewers as the ideal PI.
Write a clear, jargon-free NSF research proposal that reviewers love. Tips on structure, analogies, and concise scientific writing.
Brilliant research alone won't win grants. Discover how clarity, budgeting, and audience awareness tip the funding scales.
Master the NIH resubmission process. Analyze Summary Statements, address reviewer critiques, and revise your grant proposal for funding success.
Comprehensive guide to top scholarships and fellowships including Rhodes, Fulbright, Marshall, Goldwater, and more with application strategies.
Compare SBIR Phase I and Phase II requirements, funding amounts, proposal structures, evaluation criteria, and transition strategies.
Complete SBIR grant guide covering eligibility, Phase I through Phase III, all 11 agencies, award amounts, timelines, and tips for first-time applicants.
Detailed SBIR commercialization plan examples showing what evaluators score highest, with agency-specific strategies for NIH, DOD, NSF, and DOE.
SBIR budget walkthrough with line-by-line examples for Phase I ($275K) and Phase II ($1M), covering personnel, equipment, subawards, and indirect costs.
The FY2026 defense budget dedicates $13.4 billion to AI and autonomy. Learn how defense contractors and small businesses can position winning proposals.
How to write a compelling organizational capacity statement for grant proposals. Includes before-and-after examples and funder-specific strategies.
NSF allocates $10.3M for tribal STEM capacity in 2026. Understand each TCUP funding track, who qualifies, and what makes proposals stand out.
Complete NSF GRFP application guide covering eligibility, personal statements, research plans, and strategies that funded fellows used to win.
Essential NSF grant writing resources for academic researchers. From the Grant Proposal Guide to workshops and professional writing services.
Complete NSF grant writing guide covering directorates, merit review criteria, proposal structure, Research.gov submission, and common mistakes to avoid.
Your NSF abstract is 250 words that make or break your proposal. See real examples and a template that covers objectives, methods, and broader impacts.
Break down NSF Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts review criteria. Practical tips to craft a grant proposal that earns top marks.
Fifteen specific NSF broader impacts examples organized by category, with details on why reviewers scored them highly and how to avoid common mistakes.
Over $54 million in NOAA marine debris funding is up for grabs. Learn eligibility requirements, application strategy, and what reviewers actually look for.
Learn winning strategies from funded NIH SBIR awardees. Practical tips on research plans, team expertise, and commercialization potential.
How does NIH's 1-to-9 scoring work? Learn what impact scores, percentiles, and study section reviews mean for your grant's funding chances.
Comprehensive NIH K award guide covering K01, K08, K23, K99/R00, eligibility, mentorship plans, effort requirements, and choosing the right mechanism.
NIH grant writing tips for new investigators. How to pick the right mechanism (R01, K08, K23), find FOAs, build preliminary data, and write a fundable first application.
The complete NIH grant writing guide covering R01, R21, K awards, study sections, review criteria, Specific Aims, budgets, biosketches, and resubmission.
Master NIH grant writing fundamentals: structure your Specific Aims page, demonstrate significance and innovation, and build a winning proposal.
Step-by-step guide to the NIH F31 predoctoral fellowship covering eligibility, specific aims, training plans, sponsor selection, and scoring criteria.
Decode NIH funding mechanisms including R01, K08, and F31 series grants to find the right award type for your research career stage and goals.
Align your NIH SBIR proposal with health research priorities by targeting the right Institute, leveraging FOAs, and matching strategic objectives.
Maximize your NIH grant impact by aligning your research proposal with public health priorities, strategic plans, and institute-specific objectives.
Learn how to build logic models for grant proposals with three worked examples, free templates, and tips on what reviewers look for.
Free letter of support templates for grant proposals. Includes community partner, elected official, university, and industry examples.
Learn how to write a grant proposal step by step. Covers RFP analysis, project narratives, budgets, and submission for NIH, NSF, and foundations.
A practical workflow for using AI in grant proposals — when it helps, when it hurts, and how to keep your voice authentic.
New to DARPA? Break down the BAA process from executive summary to full proposal, including evaluation criteria and strategies that win awards.
Practical guide to finding nonprofit grants using Grants.gov, SAM.gov, Candid, state databases, and federal portals, plus tips for building a pipeline.
Your rural community needs a clinic, kitchen, or fire station. USDA Community Facilities grants can fund it -- here is how to navigate the application.
An honest comparison of Granted AI vs Grantboost covering features, pricing, and which AI grant writing tool fits your needs best.
Detailed comparison of Granted AI and Grantable covering features, pricing, RFP analysis, drafting approach, and which tool fits your grant writing needs.
Comprehensive nonprofit grant writing guide covering federal and foundation proposals, budgets, logic models, letters of support, and evaluation plans.
Complete guide to writing grant evaluation plans with measurable outcomes, logic models, data collection methods, and evaluation budget examples.
Grant budget justification template with line-by-line examples for personnel, equipment, travel, and indirect costs, plus mistakes to avoid.
A practical guide to writing your first NIH R01 grant proposal, from choosing the right institute to crafting a narrative that wins reviewer support.
Insider Fulbright guide covering personal statements, research proposals, host affiliation letters, country selection, and what committees prioritize.
NSF rejects ~75% of proposals. Here are the top reasons reviewers say no and a step-by-step resubmission strategy that works.
Advance from NIH SBIR Phase I to Phase II with tips on demonstrating feasibility, building a commercialization plan, and securing $1M in funding.
Practical advice for small nonprofit leaders applying for their first federal grant, covering registration, budgeting, and common mistakes to avoid.
Discover why top-funded PIs embrace the fail-quickly mindset in grant writing and how pivoting early leads to stronger, winning proposals.
How tribal nations and tribal college researchers can access EPA funding for water quality monitoring, PFAS contamination, and environmental capacity building.
Federal EJ funding has shifted dramatically. Here is what community organizations need to understand about EPA grants in 2026 and how to adapt.
All EPA, NOAA, DOI, and USDA environmental grants organized by type — assessment, cleanup, planning, education, and research. Updated for 2026.
Complete guide to EPA Brownfields grants covering Assessment, Cleanup, RLF, Job Training, and Multipurpose grants with eligibility, amounts, and scoring.
Federal EJ grants have been cut dramatically. Here are seven proven funding alternatives for nonprofits and community organizations doing environmental justice work.
Complete DOD SBIR guide covering Army, Navy, Air Force, DARPA, MDA, DTRA, SOCOM, DHA, and CBD with focus areas and submission tips.
Navigate DARPA BAAs, DOD SBIR/STTR, ONR, AFOSR, and ARO funding. Learn how defense proposals differ and how to win your first contract.
Strong data management plans separate funded NSF proposals from the rest. Cover storage, sharing, metadata, and long-term preservation.
The Significance section is where most NIH proposals lose points. See what study sections actually look for and examples of high-scoring pages.
Avoid common NIH grant proposal mistakes including vague specific aims, weak methodology, and poor budget justification that lead to rejection.
Build a winning NIH SBIR commercialization strategy covering market analysis, IP protection, revenue models, and go-to-market planning.
Navigate NOAA coastal resilience and habitat restoration grants in 2026, including the Transformational Habitat program and National Coastal Wetlands Conservation grants.
An honest look at what AI can and cannot do for grant writing, covering strengths, limitations, and the ideal human-AI workflow.
How to become a grant writer in 7 steps: build essential skills, gain experience, master proposals, grow your network, and price your services.
Strengthen your NSF grant proposal broader impacts section with actionable strategies for stakeholder engagement, outreach, and societal benefit.
Learn how to write a rigorous NIH Research Strategy Approach section with practical tips for specific aims, methodology, and reviewer persuasion.
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