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The NIMHD Exploratory Grant Program (P20) is a grant from the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD/NIH) that funds planning activities, feasibility studies, and pilot research for new or expanding interdisciplinary programs addressing health disparities and minority health.
The program supports the development of multi-investigator, multi-project centers that can evolve into comprehensive research programs focused on NIMHD's mission. Eligible applicants include HBCUs, minority-serving institutions, universities, and nonprofit organizations. Awards range from $275,000 to $500,000.
This mechanism is frequently used as a stepping stone to larger center grants. Check NIH's Grants & Funding portal for current solicitations and application deadlines.
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Exploratory Grants (P20) | Grants & Funding U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health To support planning for new programs, expansion or modification of existing resources, and feasibility studies to explore various approaches to the development of interdisciplinary programs that offer potential solutions to problems of special significance to the mission of the NIH.
These exploratory studies may lead to specialized or comprehensive centers. Often used to support planning activities associated with large multi-project program project grants. Use the Explore NIH Grant Opportunities tool to search Grants.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: HBCUs, minority-serving institutions, universities, nonprofits. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $275,000 - $500,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
NIMHD Exploratory Grant Program (P20) is funded by National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD/NIH). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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