Pioneering Ideas: Exploring the Future to Build a Culture of Health is sponsored by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). Seeks proposals for unconventional ideas that can help anticipate the future of health and healthcare, focusing on health promotion and health equity.
Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information $100,000 - $300,000; eligibility guidance Individuals or teams (though typically awarded through a home institution/nonprofit) focused on innovative social and health systems change.
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Individuals or teams (though typically awarded through a home institution/nonprofit) focused on innovative social and health systems change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for Pioneering Ideas: Exploring the Future to Build a Culture of Health?
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Individuals or teams (though typically awarded through a home institution/nonprofit) focused on innovative social and health systems change. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
What is the typical funding level for Pioneering Ideas: Exploring the Future to Build a Culture of Health?
Current published award information indicates $100,000 - $300,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
When is the deadline for Pioneering Ideas: Exploring the Future to Build a Culture of Health?
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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Evidence for Action - New Research Support Awards (Robert Wood Johnson Foundation) is sponsored by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). Supports community-based research led by teams with demonstrated racial/Indigenous health equity commitment. Funds research in service of and by historically marginalized communities.
Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt:
New Research Support Awards | Evidence for Action Applicant Technical Assistance Health Equity Research Resources 4Action Nonpartisan Research Analysis New Research Support Awards New Research Support Awards New Research Support Full Proposals are due December 17, 2025 by 3pm EST/12pm PST. We STRONGLY recommend submitting applications well before the deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted. Through New Research Support awards, we seek to support research that will inform and drive transformative change. We will fund research that uplifts the knowledge, expertise, and power of Indigenous Peoples and communities of color to develop or test solutions that advance racial and Indigenous health equity. We welcome applications from teams that have a deep and demonstrable history with and commitment to racial and/or Indigenous health justice, conduct research in service of and by or in partnership with Indigenous Peoples and/or other historically marginalized communities of color, apply equitable research practices, and ensure findings are actionable in the real world. Lead applicant organizations MUST BE community-based organizations with a track record of racial and Indigenous health equity work. We anticipate awarding at least eight New Research Support grants - at least four with total budgets of up to $250,000 and at least four with total budgets up to $500,000. Applicant Webinar Recording Frequently Asked Questions Access a Related Blog Post New Research Support Key Dates December 17, 2025, 3pm EST: Full proposals due through the RWJF A&R System. Week of February 16, 2026: Applicants will be notified of funding recommendations. April 15, 2026: Anticipated grant start date. General information for the Research to Advance Racial & Indigenous Health Equity Call for Proposals . Research to Advance Racial & Indigenous Health Equity CFP Webinar: New Research Support Access the Webinar Slides Email the E4A program office for additional information, technical issues, or any other requests for support. While we will not provide specific feedback to applicants, we are available for 15-minute phone or Zoom calls to discuss any questions once applicants have reviewed the other resources available. We are not able to offer substantive input on the development of individual proposals or applicant materials, but we can answer specific questions via email or phone/video. Email us at evidenceforaction@ucsf.edu with any questions or to schedule a time to chat. New Research Support FAQs Below are the frequently asked questions specific to New Research Support awards . Access the General and Rapid Response Research frequently asked questions by clicking on the appropriate link. Can the community-based organization be situated within a university or Tribal college? Yes,
Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information At least 4 grants up to $250,000; at least 4 grants up to $500,000; eligibility guidance Community-based organizations (lead applicants) with track record of racial/Indigenous health equity work. May partner with academic institutions.
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
At least 4 grants up to $250,000; at least 4 grants up to $500,000Deadline: Rolling
Local Data for Equitable Communities is sponsored by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). Supports collection and use of local data to advance health equity in communities.
Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt:
Local Data for Equitable Communities Affirming Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Active Funding Opportunities Our Research, Evaluation, and Learning Affirming Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Active Funding Opportunities Our Research, Evaluation, and Learning Active Funding Opportunities Local Data for Equitable Communities Local Data for Equitable Communities March 03, 2026 3:00 PM EST Introduction & Purpose</h3> <p>This call for proposals (CFP) invites eligible nonprofit organizations in the U.S. to apply for a grant to <b>collect, analyze, and use data </b>to address inequities in <b>the physical, economic, and social conditions of a place </b>under the Local Data for Equitable Communities grant program.</p> <p>Improving these conditions is key to achieving <b>health equity</b> where health is no longer a privilege, but a right. Local data can be valuable tools to make progress on building places that offer everyone the chance to be as healthy as possible. Community organizations and residents can use data to understand challenges, set priorities, advocate for what is important to them, and hold others accountable for promised changes.</p> <p>This program will fund local data projects that build on applicants' knowledge, relationships, and experience with existing change efforts with new opportunities or momentum for local action. The <a href="/content/rwjf-web/us/en/rwjf.html"><i>Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF)</i></a> expects to award up to 30 grants of $50,000 each with a period of performance of nine months. The Urban Institute, <a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.localdataforequitablecommunities.org%2F&data=05%7C02%7Csdemarchi%40rwjf.org%7Cf8ba106fea254ffd7ee008de590a97b1%7C1d48189a87724db8af5930e61f44b362%7C0%7C0%7C639046099212922014%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=MIHiaQTV7e4xj1l8hZnbY6GU%2FUa68%2Fv32ta3ar0VnuQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">as the national coordinating center</a> for this program, collaborates with RWJF on program design, grantee support, and communications. </p> <p>We encourage applicants to attend and/or view the <a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frwjf.zoom.us%2Fwebinar%2Fregister%2FWN_T8z3rWcfRJ-J3ayaBow0Wg%23%2Fregistration&data=05%7C02%7Csdemarchi%40rwjf.org%7Cf8ba106fea254ffd7ee008de590a97b1%7C1d48189a87724db8af5930e61f44b362%7C0%7C0%7C639046099212949000%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tjYB9NlzrjUqZzWcxLFTkMGw9Umduz1Ex5zIn2Wp72g%3D&reserved=0">applicant webinar</a> and carefully review the <a href="https://my.rwjf.org/viewCfp.do?cfp=1746" target="_blank">CFP</a> and <a href="https://anr.rwjf.org/templates/external/FAQ_Local%20Data%20for%20Equitable%20Communities%20Program%20Specific%202026_011526.pdf" target="_blank">Program Specific FAQs</a> before applying.</p> <b>Eligible Geography:</b> Applicants must focus their projects on local geographies in the U.S. or U.S territories:</p> <li>Neighborhood(s) within a city or county (do not need to be contiguous);</li> <li>City, county, or other municipality (must be contiguous if multiple are the focus of the project);</li> <li>A single metropolitan area; or</li> <p><b>Eligible Topics: </b>Applicants must select only <u>one </u>of the following conditions of their selected geography as the <u>primary </u>focus of their project: </p> <li>Built environment, </li> <li>Climate and environment,</li> <li>Community safety, </li> <li>Healthy food access, </li> <p><b>Eligible Activities:</b> This grant program provides flexibility for applicants to determine what data are needed to answer their proposed project questions and how those data are collected, analyzed, disseminated, and ultimately put to use by community members to bring about changes in local policies and practices. There is no preference for qualitative or quantitative data and applicants should choose the methods that are best suited
Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Varies; eligibility guidance Nonprofits, government entities, academic institutions focused on health equity data.
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Evidence for Action: Innovative Research to Advance Racial Equity is sponsored by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). Focuses on research evaluating interventions that address structural racism and promote health equity, highly relevant for SCD-focused systemic healthcare improvements.
Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information $100,000 - $500,000; eligibility guidance Nonprofits, Public entities, Academic institutions
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
