Grant name: HEAL Initiative: Research to Increase Implementation of Substance Use Preventive Services
Funding organization: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Total funding amount: Approximately $4,650,000
Grant duration: Maximum project period of 5 years
Primary objective: To support research that improves public health by increasing knowledge on the delivery of prevention services for substance misuse.
Key stakeholders: NIH, NIDA, NIA, NCCIH, and various community organizations.
Significance: Addresses the research-to-practice gap in substance use prevention.
Grant frequency: New funding opportunity.
Higher Education Institutions
Public/State Controlled Institutions of Higher Education
Private Institutions of Higher Education
Nonprofits (with and without 501(c)(3) status)
For-Profit Organizations (including Small Businesses)
Local, State, County, City Governments
Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (both Federally Recognized and not)
Federal Government Agencies
Public Housing Authorities
Faith-based or Community-based Organizations
Regional Organizations
Eligible organizations must be based in the U.S.
Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities are not eligible to apply.
Implementation and sustainability of prevention services.
Research on strategies to reduce risks for substance misuse.
Engagement of end users in research processes.
Development of a prevention infrastructure.
Sustainability of interventions post-study.
Applicants must demonstrate skills and knowledge necessary to carry out the proposed research.
Application budgets are not limited but should reflect actual project needs.
Recommended budget not to exceed $800,000 in direct costs per year.
Open Date: December 17, 2023
Application Due Dates: January 16, 2026, and June 17, 2025.
Earliest Start Date: January 17, 2024.
Compliance with NIH Grants Policy Statement is required.
Data Management and Sharing Plan is mandatory.
Applications must follow the Research Instructions in the How to Apply - Application Guide.
Preliminary data is required for application submission.
Encouragement to include individuals with lived experience in the research process.