This grant is for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) to enhance their research infrastructure. The funds can be used to improve research capabilities, faculty skills, graduate programs, and physical facilities, as well as to develop partnerships that lead to more external funding.
Who it's for: This grant is specifically for HBCUs and TCCUs, which are types of higher education institutions that serve African American and Native American communities.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being an HBCU or TCCU
- Not being a higher education institution
- Lack of a clear plan for research infrastructure development
What You May Need
- Proof of HBCU or TCCU status
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Partnership agreements
- Institutional support letters
Cautions
- Ensure your institution qualifies as an HBCU or TCCU
- Have a clear and detailed plan for infrastructure development
- Be prepared to demonstrate potential for sustained funding increases
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, public and state institutions of higher education, and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status. Specifically, the grant is targeted at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), which are institutions that primarily serve African American and Native American communities, respectively.
Overview
This grant is specifically for HBCUs and TCCUs, which are types of higher education institutions that serve African American and Native American communities.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being an HBCU or TCCU
- Not being a higher education institution
- Lack of a clear plan for research infrastructure development
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to improve research facilities, enhance faculty expertise, develop graduate programs, and create partnerships that attract more funding.
Total Program Funding
$15,000,000
Expected Awards
10
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 21, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 23, 2026(10 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 23, 2026
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Fall 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify HBCU or TCCU status
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget plan
- Secure partnership agreements
- Collect institutional support letters
- Submit application by the deadline