DisabilityInfo.gov: Health: Grants & Funding

The purpose of the program is to disseminate knowledge about practices within the mental health services and substance abuse prevention and treatment fields and to integrate that knowledge into real-world practice as effectively and efficiently as possible. Application Deadline: September 30, 2008

The purpose of this program is to provide research training and experience at an advanced level to individuals with doctorates, or similar advanced degrees, who have clinical or other relevant experience. ARRT projects train rehabilitation researchers, including researchers with disabilities, with particular attention to research areas that support the implementation and objectives of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (Act), and that improve the effectiveness of services authorized under the Act. The full announcement can be read on the Federal Register. Document is in .pdf format. Application Deadline: November 10, 2008.

The purpose of this program is to enact and stabilize systems change, within State governments, to support the availability of and access to services and supports for individuals with TBI and their families. Application Deadline: December 1, 2008.

The National Institute of Mental Health has recently announced the availability of special funding for research on the mental health needs of returning combat veterans in the community. The Request for Applications (RFA) solicits applications to study the impact of existing national, state and/or local programs addressing the adjustment and mental health needs of recent combat veterans, including returning National Guard, Army Reserve, and newly separated active duty personnel. Application Due Date(s): October 28, 2008 and May 1, 2009.

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Grants are given to programs or projects that improve the daily lives of people living with paralysis, particularly spinal cord injuries. Funding is awarded twice yearly to programs in three categories.

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Organization that focuses on inclusion of disability in grantmaking programs and inclusion of people with disabilities in grantmaking organizations.

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Information about grants available to young people through Do Something, a non-profit organization. Grants are awarded in three areas: community building, health and the environment.

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The Federal Register is the federal government's official daily publication for final rules, proposed rules, and other notices issued by Federal agencies, including grants and funding announcements.

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Links directory for private foundations.

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Links directory for federal grants programs.

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Allows organizations to electronically find and apply for competitive grant opportunities from all federal grant-making agencies.

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Links designed to assist in locating potential sources of funding.

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Information about a funding opportunity available from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) the purpose of which is the application of biobehavioral science methods and approaches to develop and refine definitions and measures of function, disability and daily participation relevant to people with mental disorders.

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