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ActiveUSDA APHIS · 2026

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Poultry Innovation Grand Challenge

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Agency: USDA APHIS
Funding: $100 million
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Vaccine manufacturers, universities, producer organizations, and other research partners.

About This Grant

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Poultry Innovation Grand Challenge is sponsored by USDA APHIS. Funding for innovative projects aimed at combating highly pathogenic avian influenza in poultry.

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gov Maintenance Calendar USDA-APHIS-10025-VSSP0000-25-0015 HPAI Poultry Innovation Grand Challenge Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Document Type:Grants Notice Funding Opportunity Number:USDA-APHIS-10025-VSSP0000-25-0015 Funding Opportunity Title:HPAI Poultry Innovation Grand Challenge Opportunity Category:Discretionary Opportunity Category Explanation: Funding Instrument Type:Cooperative Agreement Category of Funding Activity:Agriculture Expected Number of Awards: Assistance Listings:10.

025 -- Plant and Animal Disease, Pest Control, and Animal Care Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:No Last Updated Date:Mar 19, 2025 Original Closing Date for Applications:May 19, 2025 Current Closing Date for Applications:May 19, 2025 Archive Date:Jun 18, 2025 Estimated Total Program Funding: Eligible Applicants:Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Additional Information on Eligibility:HPAI Poultry Innovation Grand Challenge eligible applicants are: 1.

For-profit organizations, non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities (foreign organizations) and non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. organizations will require additional review and approval processes 2. Colleges and universities, including university research foundations 3. State, national, allied, or regional producer organizations with direct or significant economic interest in poultry production 4.

State, national, allied, or regional veterinary organizations or specialty boards recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association 5. Federal agencies 6. Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) IRS status, other than Institutions of Higher Ed 7.

Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) IRS status, other than Institutions of Higher Ed 8. State departments of agriculture 9. State emergency agencies10.

Small businesses ## Additional Information Agency Name:Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Description:This funding opportunity supports USDA’s new comprehensive strategy to curb highly pathogenic avian influenza, protect the U.S. poultry industry, and lower egg prices as described in the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture’s February 26, 2025, press release, USDA Invests Up To $1 Billion to Combat Avian Flu and Reduce Egg Prices.

Funding Priorities: APHIS will make available up to $100,000,000 in funds to support projects that address the funding priorities described in Appendix 1 of the Full Announcement. There is no commitment by USDA to fund any application or to make any Federal award as a result of this announcement.

Type of Assistance Instrument: Awards will be funded via cooperative agreements; interagency agreements will be used if the recipient is a federal agency. Cooperative agreements may include substantial involvement by APHIS to assist in the completion of the goals and objectives of the work. Competitive Process: Funds will be awarded to the highest quality proposals through a merit-based competitive review and award process.

The proposal review process is described in Section 6. The number of awards is contingent on the submission of a sufficient number of meritorious applications. Final funding decisions are at the discretion of USDA.

Based on reviewer recommendations, APHIS may award less than the requested amount of funds for a project. In these cases, applicants may accept or decline the award that is offered. If applicants accept a reduced funding level, applicants will submit a revised application that addresses reviewer concerns and aligns with the award amount.

APHIS will provide additional guidance to applicants in these situations. Link to Additional Information:[](https://www. grants.

gov/search-results-detail/358574) Grantor Contact Information:If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Veterinary Services, Strategy and Policy email address for questions #### Health & Human Services * Frequently Asked Questions ## Your session will expire in 3 minutes. To continue working, click on the "OK" button below. This is being done to protect your privacy.

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Eligibility Requirements

Vaccine manufacturers, universities, producer organizations, and other research partners.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Poultry Innovation Grand Challenge?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Vaccine manufacturers, universities, producer organizations, and other research partners. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Poultry Innovation Grand Challenge offer?

The current listing shows $100 million. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Poultry Innovation Grand Challenge?

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Poultry Innovation Grand Challenge is funded by USDA APHIS. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Poultry Innovation Grand Challenge?

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