Pilot Effectiveness Trials of Peer Support Services for Suicide Prevention
ID: 359203Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359203
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is announcing a funding opportunity titled "Pilot Effectiveness Trials of Peer Support Services for Suicide Prevention," aimed at soliciting research applications focused on the preliminary effectiveness of peer support interventions in reducing suicide risk. The initiative seeks to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and potential effectiveness of these interventions in clinical and community settings, while also gathering preliminary data necessary for larger-scale trials. This grant, categorized under health funding activities, has an estimated total program funding of $3 million and is open to small businesses with relevant expertise. Interested applicants should note that applications are not currently being solicited, but they are encouraged to prepare collaborative projects ahead of the estimated synopsis posting on August 28, 2025, with a closing date for submissions anticipated on October 28, 2025. For further inquiries, potential applicants can contact Stephen O'Connor, Ph.D., at stephen.oconnor@nih.gov or by phone at 301-480-8366.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Stephen O'Connor, Ph.D. National Institute of Mental Health, NIMH
    (301) 480-8366
    stephen.oconnor@nih.gov
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