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 1,994 new awards in FY2023–25. The median award is $189,936. Expect about 422 days between posting and deadline.
Who can apply for Science of Science: Discovery, Communication and Impact (SoS:DCI)?
See the official announcement for eligibility details.
When is the deadline?
Applications are due Oct 15, 2076. Always confirm the time and time zone in the official announcement.