The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has released a funding opportunity under the number PAR-24-041, titled “Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Planning Grants.” This program falls under the discretionary category and is aimed at supporting the health sector, specifically focusing on biomedical research and research training (CFDA Number: 93.859). With an award ceiling of $225,000, the initiative is designed to empower federally recognized American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Tribes, Tribal colleges and universities, Tribal health programs, or Tribal organizations in planning and conducting preparatory work for developing competitive NARCH applications.
The purpose of the NARCH Planning Grants program is to facilitate and enhance the capacity of eligible AI/AN Tribal entities in undertaking significant health research projects. This grant is crucial in providing the necessary groundwork for these entities to prepare for more extensive and competitive research endeavors under the NARCH program. The funding opportunity is specifically tailored for AI/AN communities, underscoring the NIH’s commitment to addressing the unique health research needs and challenges faced by these populations. This initiative represents a strategic investment in bolstering health research capabilities within Native American communities, aiming to improve health outcomes and advance scientific knowledge in areas critical to these populations. The NARCH Planning Grants program is a pivotal step towards fostering a more inclusive and effective health research environment, enabling AI/AN Tribes and organizations to contribute significantly to the broader field of biomedical research and training.
Opportunity ID: 351183
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAR-24-041 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Planning Grants (R34 – Clinical Trial Not Allowed) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Health |
| Category Explanation: | |
| Expected Number of Awards: | |
| CFDA Number(s): | 93.859 — Biomedical Research and Research Training |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 28, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 28, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 08, 2026 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 08, 2026 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | |
| Award Ceiling: | $225,000 |
| Award Floor: | $ |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions) are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed. See full Notice of Funding Opportunity for additional details on eligibility. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institutes of Health |
| Description: | The purpose of the Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) Planning Grants program is to support federally recognized American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Tribes, Tribal colleges and universities, Tribal health programs, or Tribal organizations (collectively, eligible AI/AN Tribal entities) to plan and conduct preparatory work for developing competitive NARCH applications. |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-24-041.html |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: NIH Grants Information
grantsinfo@nih.gov |