The INCLUDE Project by the National Institutes of Health is offering grants for exploratory and developmental research focused on improving health and quality of life for individuals with Down syndrome. This grant supports innovative projects that explore new areas of research or use existing methods in novel ways, aiming for breakthroughs in biomedical, behavioral, or clinical research related to Down syndrome.
Who it's for: This grant is for researchers and organizations interested in conducting exploratory and developmental research related to Down syndrome. Eligible applicants include a wide range of entities such as federally recognized tribal governments, state and local governments, school districts, for-profit organizations, public and private institutions of higher education, and both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) nonprofits.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Exceeding the $200,000 funding limit
- Not aligning with INCLUDE Project objectives
- Incomplete application
- Lack of innovative or exploratory research focus
What You May Need
- Detailed research proposal
- Budget justification
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., nonprofit status)
- Institutional support letter
- Research team biosketches
- Project timeline
- Previous research experience documentation
- Data management plan
- Letters of collaboration (if applicable)
Cautions
- Clinical trials are not allowed
- Projects must align with INCLUDE Project objectives
- High-risk projects are encouraged but must be well-justified
- Ensure all eligibility requirements are met
- Careful budget planning is essential
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian tribal governments, unrestricted entities, other Native American tribal organizations, individuals, independent school districts, city or township governments, county governments, special district governments, state governments, for-profit organizations, public and state institutions of higher education, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status.
Overview
This grant is for researchers and organizations interested in conducting exploratory and developmental research related to Down syndrome. Eligible applicants include a wide range of entities such as federally recognized tribal governments, state and local governments, school districts, for-profit organizations, public and private institutions of higher education, and both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) nonprofits.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposing a clinical trial
- Exceeding the $200,000 funding limit
- Not aligning with INCLUDE Project objectives
- Incomplete application
- Lack of innovative or exploratory research focus
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for exploratory and developmental research projects that address critical needs related to Down syndrome. This includes feasibility studies for new research areas, innovative uses of existing methods, and development of new techniques, models, or applications with potential major impacts.
Total Program Funding
$1,000,000
Expected Awards
5
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 15, 2028(719 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 14, 2028
Application Checklist
- Review INCLUDE Project objectives
- Develop an innovative research proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget and justification
- Gather necessary institutional support documents
- Compile research team biosketches
- Draft a project timeline
- Prepare a data management plan
- Obtain letters of collaboration if needed
- Ensure alignment with eligibility requirements