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Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers (RERC) Program: RERC on AI-Driven Assistive and Rehabilitation Technologies

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 Jul 16, 2026. It provides awards up to $970K–$975K.

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Deadline
Jul 16, 2026
Award amount
Up to $970K–$975K
Expected awards
1
Posted
Jun 1, 2026
Opportunity number
HHS-2026-ACL-NIDILRR-REGE-0212
CFDA
93.433

Opportunity description

The purpose of the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers (RERC) program is to improve the effectiveness of services authorized under the Rehabilitation Act by conducting advanced engineering research on and development of innovative technologies that are designed to solve particular rehabilitation problems or to remove environmental barriers. The purpose of this RERC is to conduct research on, develop, and evaluate Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven assistive and rehabilitation technologies that enhance independence, participation, and quality of life for people with disabilities. Many existing assistive and rehabilitation technologies lack adaptability, personalization, and seamless integration into daily life. AI and machine learning (ML) offer trans-formative potential to address these gaps by enabling smarter, more responsive, and individualized assistive and rehabilitation technologies. AI-driven innovations in assistive and rehabilitation technology can shift them from static tools to dynamic, intelligent systems that continuously learn and adapt in real time to individual preferences, needs, and changing abilities. This grant will have a 60-month project period, with five 12-month budget periods.

Who can apply

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

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
$970K
Award ceiling
$975K

Agency contact

Administration for Community Living

Thomas Corfman Thomas.Corfman@acl.hhs.gov

Thomas.Corfman@acl.hhs.gov

Where to apply

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