How to apply
Read the full announcement on Grants.gov before you start. Federal applications are submitted through Grants.gov (or the agency's own system) and require a Unique Entity ID from SAM.gov. Registration can take several weeks, so start early.
What are the odds for a first-time applicant?
Rarely funds nonprofits directly. 100% of awards go to universities and other applicants, so look for a subrecipient or partner role instead. Based on 251 new awards in FY2023–25. The median award is $445,254. Expect about 496 days between posting and deadline.
Who can apply for Mid-scale Research Infrastructure-1?
See the official announcement for eligibility details.
When is the deadline?
Applications are due Feb 8, 2027. Always confirm the time and time zone in the official announcement.