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Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR): Workshop Opportunities

U.S. National Science FoundationNo deadline listedUp to $200,000

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This NSF EPSCoR program funds workshops on multi-jurisdictional research themes of regional or national importance, and only institutions inside EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions can apply: accredited higher-education institutions, 501(c)(3) non-degree-granting research or education nonprofits, and federally recognized Tribal Nations. For-profit businesses, including small businesses and sole proprietors, are not eligible and should not apply. The largest award is $200,000, with about 20 awards from

Best for
Accredited US institutions of higher education in EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions, 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-degree-granting research or education organizations (museums, science centers, observatories,,, Federally recognized Tribal Nations
Not for
For-profit businesses, including small businesses and sole proprietorships, Organizations outside EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions, Degree-granting bodies that are not accredited institutions of higher education in the US
Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Education & TrainingCurrently accepting applications
67
Good Match
Arts & CultureLimit: Nothing in this notice points to arts & culture
54
Possible Match
Environment & ConservationLimit: Nothing in this notice points to environment & conservation
54
Possible Match
Social Services & NonprofitLimit: Nothing in this notice points to social services & nonprofit
54
Possible Match
Agriculture & FarmingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
0
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Construction & InfrastructureLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Energy & Clean TechLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Finance & BankingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Food & BeverageLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Healthcare & BiotechLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Housing & Real EstateLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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ManufacturingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Retail & E-CommerceLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Technology & SoftwareLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Transportation & LogisticsLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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These are our matcher’s estimates for a typical business in each industry. A real match depends on your size, your state and what you need the money for — check your own fit.

What this funds

Money can be used for
Planning, Technical assistance
Who can apply
Nonprofits, Colleges and universities, Tribal governments and organizations
Award range
Up to $200,000

Questions about this grant

How much funding can an applicant receive?
The largest single award is $200,000. The total program funding is $1,500,000, with about 20 awards expected.
Who can apply for this grant?
Only institutions or organizations within EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions (states, territories, commonwealths) may apply: accredited US institutions of higher education, 501(c)(3) non-profit non-degree-granting organizations tied to research or education, and federally recognized Tribal Nations. For-profit businesses, including small businesses, may not apply.
Can a sole proprietor or single-member LLC apply?
No. Only accredited institutions of higher education, 501(c)(3) non-profit non-degree-granting organizations, and federally recognized Tribal Nations within EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions may apply. For-profit businesses, including sole proprietorships and single-member LLCs, are not eligible.
Can a nonprofit apply?
Yes, if it is a domestic US non-profit, non-degree-granting organization with 501(c)(3) tax status, an independent permanent administrative organization in the US, and a direct association with the nation's research or educational activities, such as museums, science centers, observatories, research laboratories, or professional societies. It must also be located in an EPSCoR-eligible jurisdiction.

Summary

NSF EPSCoR workshop grants for institutions in EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions (states, territories, commonwealths). Eligible applicants: accredited US institutions of higher education, 501(c)(3) non-profit non-degree-granting organizations tied to research/education, and federally recognized Tribal Nations. Funds support workshops on multi-jurisdictional themes of regional or national importance.

About this grant

The Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) is designed to fulfill the mandate of the National Science Foundation (NSF) to promote scientific progress nationwide. NSF EPSCoR facilitates the establishment of partnerships among academic institutions, government, industry, and non-profit sectors that are designed to promote sustainable improvements in an EPSCoR-eligible jurisdiction's research infrastructure, Research and Development (R&D) capacity, and R&D competitiveness. Eligibility to participate in NSF EPSCoR funding opportunities, including the EPSCoR Workshop Opportunities program, is described on the EPSCoR website (see criteria for eligibility link ).

EPSCoR welcomes proposals for workshops only from institutions within EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions (i.e. states, territories, commonwealths). These workshops must focus on innovative ways to address multi-jurisdictional efforts on themes of regional or national importance with relevance to the goals and mission of NSF and EPSCoR .

Who can apply

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: - Proposals may be submittedonly from institutions or organizations within EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions.Eligibility to participate in the EPSCoR Workshop Opportunities program is described on EPSCoR’s website .

Within EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions, proposals may be submitted only by the following:

Institutions of higher education (PhD-granting and non-PhD-granting), acting on behalf of their faculty members, that are accredited in and have a campus in the United States, its territories, or possessions.

Non-profit, non-degree-granting domestic U.S. organizations, acting on behalf of their employees, that include (but are not limited to) independent museums and science centers, observatories, research laboratories, professional societies, and similar organizations that are directly associated with the Nation's research or educational activities. These organizations must have an independent, permanent administrative organization (e.g., an office of sponsored research) located in the United States, its territories, or possessions, and have 501(c)(3) tax status.

Tribal Nations: An American Indian or Alaska Native tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community that the Secretary of the Interior acknowledges as a federally recognized tribe pursuant to the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994, 25 U.S.C. 5130-5131.

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Science
  • Education

Program contact

U.S. National Science Foundationgrantsgovsupport@nsf.gov703-292-4203

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