Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program: Center on Knowledge Translation for Employment Research
ID: 355463Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Community Living (HHS-ACL)

Award Range

$595K - $600K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355463

Additional Information

https://www.acl.gov/grants/applying-grants
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is offering a grant opportunity under the Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program to establish the Center on Knowledge Translation for Employment Research (CKTER). This initiative aims to enhance the awareness and application of research findings to improve employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities, requiring collaboration with various stakeholders, including employers and service providers. The total funding available for this project is $600,000, with a project period of 60 months, and applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov by April 4, 2025. Interested applicants can contact Linda Vo at linda.vo@acl.hhs.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    linda.vo@acl.hhs.gov
    Files
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    Foa_Content_of_HHS-2025-ACL-NIDILRR-DPEM-0115-1.pdf
    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is offering a Disability and Rehabilitation Research Project (DRRP) grant to establish the Center on Knowledge Translation for Employment Research (CKTER). This initiative aims to improve employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities by promoting the effective use of research findings and products from NIDILRR-funded initiatives. It will involve collaboration with stakeholders such as employers, service providers, and policy makers to enhance awareness and adoption of relevant research. The total funding available is $600,000 for a project period of 60 months. Eligible applicants include various public and private organizations, which are not required to provide cost-sharing but may do so voluntarily. The application process requires submission through Grants.gov, with deadlines for a letter of intent and final applications set for February and April 2025, respectively. Applicant proposals will be evaluated against criteria such as responsiveness to project priorities, research design, dissemination effectiveness, collaboration capacity, and staff qualifications. The anticipated project start date is September 1, 2025. Overall, this grant represents an effort to bridge the gap between employment research and practice to support individuals with disabilities in attaining meaningful employment opportunities.
    PKG00290160-instructions-1.pdf
    The Administration for Community Living's National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research has announced a grant opportunity under the Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program for the Center on Knowledge Translation for Employment Research (CKTER). The goal of CKTER is to enhance the awareness and application of research findings to improve employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities. It requires collaboration with NIDILRR grantees and stakeholders, focusing on knowledge translation to ensure that research is effectively utilized. The total available funding for this initiative is estimated at $600,000 with a project period spanning 60 months. Eligible applicants include public or private agencies, organizations, and educational institutions. Applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov by April 4, 2025, following specific submission guidelines, including providing letters of intent and detailed project narratives. Review criteria emphasize the project's responsiveness to the established priorities, research design, dissemination strategies, and operational plans, along with the qualifications of the applicant’s project staff. Financial and performance reports will be required from successful applicants to ensure compliance with federal standards. This funding opportunity reflects a commitment to improving equity and access to employment for people with disabilities through research-driven initiatives.
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