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NSF Civic Innovation Challenge (CIVIC) for Community-Driven AI and Technology Deployment is sponsored by National Science Foundation. The NSF Civic Innovation Challenge (CIVIC) is a research and action competition that accelerates the transition of foundational research and emerging technologies — including AI, machine learning, and sensor networks — into communities through civic-engaged partnerships.
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Civic Innovation Challenge Announcing the CIVIC 3. 0 Stage 2 Recipients A National Research and Action Competition Driven By Community Priorities The NSF Civic Innovation Challenge funds a network of pathfinders using boots-on-the-ground research tactics to quickly and collaboratively launch ambitious pilot projects focused on issues prioritized by their communities.
Teams of researchers and civic partners will submit Stage 1 proposals to one of the community-identified tracks Selected recipients receive Stage 1: planning grants and have the opportunity to submit proposals for Stage 2. Stage 2 awardees will receive $1 million and have 1 year to implement their pilot projects in communities across the country.
The results from the most successful projects are available to other communities to share and adapt in the Ideas Platform.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Teams must include partnerships between researchers (academic institutions) and community organizations (local governments, nonprofits, civic organizations). U. S. -based teams. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows stage 1 Planning Grants: up to $75,000 for 6 months (35-40 awards). Stage 2 Full Awards: up to $1,000,000 for 12 months (approximately 20 awards). Only Stage 1 recipients eligible for Stage 2. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
NSF Civic Innovation Challenge (CIVIC) for Community-Driven AI and Technology Deployment is funded by National Science Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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