Innovations for Healthy Living - Improving Minority Health and Eliminating Health Disparities
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Total funding amount: Up to $2,900,000
Application deadline: December 9, 2026
To improve minority health and eliminate health disparities.
Encourage the development of innovative products, processes, or services.
Small business concerns (SBCs) in the United States.
Populations experiencing health disparities, including racial and ethnic minorities.
Eligible organization types: Small business concerns (SBCs) organized for profit.
Must operate primarily within the United States.
Must be more than 50% owned and controlled by U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens.
Only organizations based in the United States are eligible.
Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities are not eligible to apply.
Projects must aim to improve minority health and reduce health disparities.
Technologies should be effective, affordable, and culturally acceptable.
Total funding support for Phase I awards normally may not exceed $306,872.
Total funding support for Phase II awards normally may not exceed $2,045,816.
Applications are due by 5:00 PM local time on December 9, 2026.
Open date for applications starts on May 10, 2024.
Applicants may submit more than one application, provided each is scientifically distinct.
No duplicate applications will be accepted.
Follow the SBIR/STTR (B) Instructions in the How to Apply – Application Guide.
Include a letter of intent if desired, detailing project information.
Applications will be evaluated for scientific and technical merit.
Reviewers will assess the likelihood of the project to influence the research field.
Applications will undergo peer review by appropriate Scientific Review Groups.
Expected review and award cycles are outlined in the grant announcement.
Scientific merit and relevance to program priorities will be key in funding decisions.
Technologies must address barriers to health access and improve quality of care.
Non-domestic entities and components are not eligible to apply.
Projects should align with the NIMHD Research Framework.
SBCs with a history of success in minority health may have a competitive edge.
Demonstrating cultural competency and community engagement in project design.
Submitting similar applications that overlap in focus.
Engage with community stakeholders to ensure project relevance.
Highlight unique aspects of the proposed technology or service.