This grant is designed to fund a research and training center that will explore and promote effective employer practices for improving employment outcomes for people with disabilities. The goal is to create new knowledge and provide training and assistance to enhance services under the Rehabilitation Act. The grant will last for five years and offers up to $925,000.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that can conduct research and provide training on employer practices that help people with disabilities achieve successful employment. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, higher education institutions, nonprofits, tribal organizations, for-profit businesses, and small businesses.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of experience in research and training related to employment for people with disabilities
- Ineligibility as per the specified applicant types
- Failure to submit a complete application by the deadline
- Not meeting the technical requirements outlined in the grant
- Proposing a project that does not align with the grant's goals
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan for 60-month project period
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., 501(c)(3) status for nonprofits)
- Organizational capability statement
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Research methodology outline
- Plan for dissemination of findings
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM)
Cautions
- Only one grant will be awarded, making it highly competitive
- Ensure alignment with the Rehabilitation Act's goals
- Strict adherence to the application deadline is crucial
- Budget must be justified and align with project goals
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include state governments, private and public institutions of higher education, county and city governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) status, other Native American tribal organizations, for-profit organizations, small businesses, and special district governments. Each entity must be capable of conducting research and providing training related to employment practices for people with disabilities.
Overview
This grant is for organizations that can conduct research and provide training on employer practices that help people with disabilities achieve successful employment. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, higher education institutions, nonprofits, tribal organizations, for-profit businesses, and small businesses.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of experience in research and training related to employment for people with disabilities
- Ineligibility as per the specified applicant types
- Failure to submit a complete application by the deadline
- Not meeting the technical requirements outlined in the grant
- Proposing a project that does not align with the grant's goals
Use of Funds
The funds can be used for conducting research, providing training, offering technical assistance, and disseminating findings related to employer practices that improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities. The project should align with the goals of the Rehabilitation Act.
Total Program Funding
$925,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 29, 2026(35 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 30, 2026
- Last Updated
- Jun 22, 2026
Application Checklist
- Confirm eligibility as per the specified applicant types
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget plan
- Gather necessary organizational documents
- Register with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- Submit application by the July 29, 2026 deadline