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Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program: Employment Among People Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Administration for Community Living Nonprofit eligible

Administered by Administration for Community Living, this science & technology grant invites applications from nonprofits and other eligible applicants, with applications due Aug 5, 2026. It provides awards up to $695K–$700K.

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Deadline
Aug 5, 2026
Award amount
Up to $695K–$700K
Expected awards
1
Posted
Jul 6, 2026
Opportunity number
HHS-2026-ACL-NIDILRR-DPEM-0223
CFDA
93.433

Opportunity description

Under this particular DRRP priority, applicants must propose to conduct research toward positive employment outcomes among people who are deaf or hard of hearing. This grant will have a 36-month project period, with three 12-month budget periods.

Who can apply

  • City or township governments
  • Small businesses
  • State governments
  • Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
  • Special district governments
  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • Private institutions of higher education
  • Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
  • Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
  • For profit organizations other than small businesses
  • County governments
  • Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education

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 this funding opportunity announcement.

Funding

Award floor
$695K
Award ceiling
$700K

Agency contact

Administration for Community Living

Angel Miles angel.miles@acl.hhs.gov

angel.miles@acl.hhs.gov

Where to apply

Submission is handled entirely on Grants.gov. Open the official listing below to see the full notice, required forms, and the authoritative deadline.

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