federal grant programs

The NIH has awarded its High-Risk, High-Reward grants to biologists at Caltech, backing unconventional research that could yield major scientific breakthroughs. The program funds bold projects that might struggle to receive traditional funding. Caltech announced the awards, underscoring the institute's role in pioneering biological research supported by the federal program.

Manhattan University has been awarded a $3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to launch a program called Pathways to Practice. The funding will support the university's new initiative, though details on how the money will be spent have not yet been widely reported.

The University of Houston has received a $3 million federal grant to expand its opioid overdose response training programs. The funding will allow the university to broaden efforts to train people in recognizing and responding to opioid overdoses, a priority as overdose deaths remain a major public health concern in Texas and across the United States.

The Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded $114,000 in grants to support adaptive sports programs for veterans in Virginia. The funding will help organizations provide athletic and recreational opportunities for disabled veterans across the state. Details on the specific recipient organizations and programs have not yet been released.

Thomas College in Waterville, Maine has received a $3 million federal grant to expand its artificial intelligence education programs. The funding will support new AI coursework and training opportunities for students. The announcement drew local attention as colleges across the United States race to build AI-focused curricula to meet growing demand for graduates with AI skills.

The US Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded $16 million in grants to support adaptive sports programs for veterans, according to The American Legion. The funding is aimed at helping veterans with disabilities take part in sports and recreational activities that support their recovery and wellbeing. The announcement highlights continued federal investment in veteran rehabilitation programs.

The University of Texas at Arlington has been awarded $5.8 million in federal TRIO grants. The TRIO programs, funded by the US Department of Education, support first-generation college students, low-income students, and students with disabilities through services such as academic tutoring, counseling, and financial guidance. The funding will allow the university to continue and expand these student support programs.

The National Institute on Drug Abuse has awarded UC San Diego $12.6 million to bring alcohol and drug addiction research together under a single unified program. The funding is intended to consolidate work on substance use disorders that has traditionally been split between alcohol studies and drug studies, allowing researchers to collaborate more closely and share resources across disciplines.

The Cherokee Nation has been awarded a $12 million grant to support behavioral health services. The funding is expected to expand mental health and substance abuse programs for tribal citizens in Oklahoma. Details on how the money will be allocated have not yet been announced, but the award represents a significant investment in health services for Native American communities.

Florida Atlantic University has received a grant from the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop a workforce trained in quantum cybersecurity. The funding will support programs preparing students for security challenges posed by quantum computing, an area of growing national importance as quantum computers threaten current encryption methods.

Sweetwater County, Wyoming has received a federal grant to expand community-based mental health treatment. The funding will support local services that allow residents to receive care in their communities rather than through institutional settings. Details on the grant amount and specific programs have not yet been widely reported, but the news is being shared across local outlets as a significant boost for mental health resources in the county.

Thomas College in Maine has been awarded a $3 million federal grant to support artificial intelligence initiatives. The funding was reported by local news outlet WABI. The college is expected to use the money to expand AI-related programs and resources for students, though further details about specific plans have not yet been released.

The US Department of Education has announced an additional $39 million in funding for TRIO grantees. The TRIO programs support first-generation, low-income and disabled students in accessing and completing college. The extra money will boost existing grants, and education sector outlets are reporting the move as colleges face ongoing budget pressures and uncertainty over federal student support programs.

Governor Wes Moore and the Maryland Higher Education Commission have secured a $2.38 million federal grant aimed at connecting rural students in the state directly to career pathways. The funding will support programs linking rural students to job and training opportunities, strengthening career readiness outside Maryland's urban centers.

Sanford Health has been awarded a $2.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health. The announcement, made via Sanford Health News, indicates new federal funding supporting the health system's research efforts. Details on the specific research programs or projects the grant will fund have not yet been outlined in the initial announcement.

A University of West Florida professor has been awarded a $196,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to support robotics research. The funding will back the professor's work in the field, though specific project details have not been announced. The award highlights ongoing federal investment in university robotics programs.

MetroHealth has been awarded a $2.5 million federal grant to expand its street medicine training program in Cleveland. The funding will support efforts to bring medical care directly to people living on the streets or in unstable housing, and to train more clinicians in delivering care outside traditional hospital settings.

Arkansas and Kentucky have each been awarded $10 million in federal grants to support maternal health programs. The funding is aimed at improving care for mothers, in two states that have struggled with high rates of maternal mortality and poor maternal health outcomes. Local outlets report the grants will bolster ongoing state efforts to expand access and support for pregnant and postpartum women.

TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corporation, announced it is accepting applications through the Federal and State Technology Partnership Program grant. The program supports technology-based businesses, particularly startups seeking federal research and development funding. The announcement invites eligible Maryland innovators to apply for assistance under the partnership initiative.

Central State University, Ohio's only public historically Black college and university, has received a $1.7 million federal grant. The funding is intended to boost the institution's programs and capacity. Local coverage highlights the grant as a significant investment in the university and in minority-serving higher education in the state.

Alabama State University has been awarded $3 million by the National Science Foundation to expand its STEM research and education programs. The funding is expected to support new research capacity, student opportunities and faculty development in science, technology, engineering and mathematics at the Montgomery, Alabama institution.