Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program: Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center

About this grant

The purpose of NIDILRR's Disability and Rehabilitation Research Project (DRRP) grants is to improve the effectiveness of services authorized under the Rehabilitation Act by generating knowledge or developing methods, procedures, and rehabilitation technologies that advance a wide range of independent living and employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities, especially those with the greatest support needs. Under this particular opportunity, a DRRP must conduct knowledge translation and r Grant Number: HHS-2026-ACL-NIDILRR-DPKT-0211. Expected awards: 1.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• States; public or private agencies, including for-profit agencies; public or private organizations, including for-profit organizations; IHEs; and Indian tribes and tribal organizations. Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under
• Grant Number: HHS-2026-ACL-NIDILRR-DPKT-0211

What the funding covers

• Award Range: $845K to $850K
• Expected Number of Awards: 1
• Total Program Funding: $850K

How to apply

1. 1Check eligibility: Confirm your organization type (e.g., nonprofit, state government), project alignment, and deadlines from the opportunity synopsis.
2. 2Register: Create a Grants.gov account via Login.gov, complete SAM.gov and UEI registration, and authorize organization representatives (takes 2-4 weeks).
3. 3Prepare application: Select "Apply" to open Workspace, download forms (e.g., SF-424), complete offline/online with validation checks, and upload supporting docs like budgets and narratives.
4. 4Submit and track: Check package for errors, sign/submit via Authorized Organization Representative (AOR), and monitor status with your tracking number
5. 5Applications must be submitted through grants.gov
6. 6Grant Number: HHS-2026-ACL-NIDILRR-DPKT-0211
7. 7Posted: 2025-09-05

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