The Office of Applied Research and Grants supports faculty seeking funding for research, scholarship, and creative work through a clear and effective process for all partners. Most grants, both public and private, require institutional commitment, making it critical that you notify the Office of Applied Research and Grants of any opportunity you are interested in pursuing. 

Externally Available Funding Opportunities

Grants.gov is the primary portal for all federal grants across U.S. government agencies. It offers a comprehensive list of funding opportunities in education and research. For more targeted searches, we recommend exploring key agency websites directly.

List of Common Federal Funding Programs:

• National Science Foundation (NSF)
• National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
• Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)
• Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
• National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Why use both? While Grants.gov is a useful central resource, individual agency websites often provide more timely and detailed information, such as program-specific guidance, contact information for program officers, and examples of past funded proposals. These resources can help applicants better understand agency priorities and prepare more competitive proposals.

Non-Federal

Looking for private or foundation grant opportunities? These directories and funders provide access to current RFPs and upcoming deadlines. 

Candid/Foundation Directory
Premier searchable database of U.S. foundations and their grants. Includes funder history, interests, application guidelines, and recipients. 

The Chronicle of Philanthropy – Philanthropy News Digest (PND)
Published Requests for Proposals and notices of awards for U.S. based nonprofit and grantmaking organizations. 

Looking for something specific? We maintain an extended list of funding sources across disciplines, agencies, and sectors. Reach out to our office for personalized support and schedule a funding consultation.