Applied Drug Policy Research Experiences

This project will establish applied drug policy research experiences for graduate students and recent post-graduates to conduct rigorous research studies and data analyses to support the National Drug Control Strategy. This research will investigate dynamic shifts in, and associations between, illicit drug supply, drug use and their associated consequences, to help public health and public safety officials anticipate new drug outbreaks and prepare faster and more effective responses to protect the American public. Program Details Office of National Drug Control Policy is a federal agency that offers the Applied Drug Policy Research Experiences grant program to support health and wellness programs. This funding opportunity is available nationally and is administered by Office of National Drug Control Policy through Grants.gov. Organizations seeking funding for health and wellness programs should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application. Eligibility Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and educational institutions. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with Office of National Drug Control Policy or on Grants.gov before investing time in an application. Funding and Timeline Funding available: $1 – $100K. Applications are due by September 6, 2026. Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds. Program Focus This grant supports health and wellness programs. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 541720, 621. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes. How to Apply Eligible organizations can apply through Grants.gov. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for. GrantRegister maintains a complete, authoritative registry of US federal, state, and foundation grant opportunities — matched automatically to your organization profile and delivered every Monday.

Eligibility

• Programs related to public health

Award details

Award range: $1 – $100K. Applications close on September 6, 2026.

Categories

Health