Funding organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Total funding amount: Up to $50,000 per year, $100,000 for two years
Primary objective: To develop understanding of occupational diseases and injuries, explore risk reduction methods, and translate findings into prevention practices
Key stakeholders: Workers in the United States, researchers in occupational safety and health
Grant program context: Supports small research projects with limited resources, including pilot studies and secondary data analysis
Funding source: Federal government
Significance: Addresses critical issues in occupational safety and health
Grant frequency: Recurring
Higher Education Institutions (Public/State Controlled, Private)
Nonprofits (with and without 501(c)(3) status)
For-Profit Organizations (including Small Businesses)
Government entities (State, County, City, Tribal)
Other organizations (e.g., Independent School Districts, Public Housing Authorities)
No specific certifications required
Encouragement for underrepresented groups to apply
Eligible organizations must be based in the United States
Foreign institutions are not eligible
Occupational safety and health research
Reduction of work-related illnesses and injuries
Research outputs should address occupational health burdens
Anticipated impacts should be articulated clearly
Applicants should have skills and knowledge necessary to carry out proposed research
Up to $50,000 total direct costs per budget period
Total funding for a two-year period not to exceed $100,000
Latest application due date: November 21, 2025
Must comply with federal regulations and HHS Grants Policy Statement
Applications must follow the SF424 (R&R) Application Guide
No letter of intent required