Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Department of the Navy (DoN) Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Institutions (HBCU/MI) Program
ID: 359909Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Office of Naval Research (DOD-ONR)

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/359909

Additional Information

https://www.onr.navy.mil/work-with-us/funding-opportunities/announcements
Timeline
    Description

    The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is offering a grant opportunity through the Fiscal Year 2026 Department of the Navy (DoN) Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Institutions (HBCU/MI) Program, aimed at enhancing the participation of HBCUs and MIs in Navy research and development initiatives. This program seeks to strengthen the research capabilities of these institutions by providing funding to support STEM research that addresses naval challenges, with a total estimated funding of $1,575,000 available for grants ranging from $450,000 to $525,000 over a three-year period. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens with academic appointments at qualifying institutions, and proposals should focus on advancements in areas such as information superiority and undersea warfare. Key deadlines include the submission of white papers by September 19, 2025, and full proposals by December 12, 2025; for further inquiries, interested parties can contact Veronica Lacey at veronica.y.lacey.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 703-696-2593.

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    The Fiscal Year 2026 Department of the Navy (DoN) Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Institutions (HBCU/MI) Program, announced by the Office of Naval Research (ONR), aims to bolster the involvement of HBCUs and MIs in the Navy’s research, development, test, and evaluation programs. This initiative intends to enhance the research infrastructure of these institutions by offering $1,575,000 in funding, with grants ranging from $450,000 to $525,000 over a three-year period. The program prioritizes proposals that engage students and faculty in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) research related to naval challenges. Key deadlines include white papers due by September 19, 2025, and full proposals by December 12, 2025. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens with academic appointments at qualifying institutions. The proposals should focus on naval-relevant scientific and technological advancements, contributing to areas like information superiority, undersea warfare, and warfighter performance. White papers are mandatory, and applicants are encouraged to consult with Navy points of contact to ensure alignment with Navy research needs. This NOFO fosters collaboration and enhances educational capabilities in critical defense disciplines.
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