This grant is for a project that will research and promote effective practices by employers to help people with disabilities find and keep jobs. The goal is to create new knowledge and improve services related to employment for people with disabilities.
Who it's for: This grant is for a wide range of applicants, including state and local governments, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, educational institutions, tribal governments, and even individuals who are interested in researching employer practices that help people with disabilities achieve successful employment outcomes.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Incomplete application
- Missing required documents
- Non-compliance with eligibility criteria
- Proposed project not aligning with grant goals
- Application submitted past the deadline
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility
- Organizational background
- Research methodology
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Registration with relevant federal systems
Cautions
- Only one grant will be awarded
- Strict adherence to project goals is required
- Ensure all parts of the application are complete
- Budget must align with project goals
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include state governments, county governments, city or township governments, special district governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, other Native American tribal organizations, public and state institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) status, for-profit organizations, and individuals. This broad eligibility allows a wide range of entities to apply, provided they can demonstrate the capacity to conduct the required research and activities.
Overview
This grant is for a wide range of applicants, including state and local governments, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, educational institutions, tribal governments, and even individuals who are interested in researching employer practices that help people with disabilities achieve successful employment outcomes.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Incomplete application
- Missing required documents
- Non-compliance with eligibility criteria
- Proposed project not aligning with grant goals
- Application submitted past the deadline
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for conducting research, training, providing technical assistance, and disseminating findings related to employer practices that support employment outcomes for people with disabilities.
Total Program Funding
$925,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 29, 2026(36 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 30, 2026
Application Checklist
- Read the full grant announcement carefully
- Verify your eligibility
- Register with federal grant systems (e.g., SAM.gov)
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget
- Gather letters of support or partnership agreements
- Submit the application by the deadline