AI Safety Grants

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 87 AI Safety Grants — 36 open right now, across 31 funding agencies. Award amounts range $2.5K to $200M. The next application deadline is November 4, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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87total grants
36open now
31agencies
$2.5K–$200Mfunding range
Nov 4next deadline
OPEN Hard to apply

Bridge2AI Network for AI Health Science

The purpose of this forecast is to inform the research community that the NIH Common Fund, along with its partner NIH Institutes, Centers, and Offices, is…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.310 ⏰ Mar 1, 2027 💰 $1,000,000 – $7,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Pathways to Enable Secure Open-Source Ecosystems (PESOSE)

The Pathways to Enable Secure Open-Source Ecosystems (PESOSE) program supports the translation of open-source science and engineering-focused research products into safe and sustainable ecosystems that address…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Mar 2, 2027
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OPEN Hard to apply

LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC)

The U.S. Army Research Office (ARO) in partnership with NSA’s Laboratory for Physical Science (LPS) is soliciting Incubator, Collaboration, and Fellowship research proposals for participation in…

🏛 Dept of the Army -- Materiel Command 📋 CFDA 12.431 ⏰ Apr 30, 2027
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OPEN Hard to apply

Information Processing Techniques Office Office-Wide

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) seeks revolutionary research ideas for topics not being addressed by ongoing IPTO programs or other published solicitations. Potential proposers are highly…

🏛 DARPA - Information Processing Technologies Office 📋 CFDA 12.910 ⏰ Jun 22, 2027
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OPEN Very_hard to apply

Expeditions in Computing (Expeditions)

The far-reaching impact and rate of innovation in the computer and information science and engineering fields has been remarkable, generating economic prosperity, and enhancing the quality…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.075 ⏰ Jul 27, 2027 💰 from $15,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Defense Sciences Office (DSO) Office-wide BAA

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Defense Sciences Office (DSO) is soliciting proposals which investigate innovative approaches that enable revolutionary advances in science, devices, or…

🏛 DARPA - Defense Sciences Office 📋 CFDA 12.910 ⏰ Aug 27, 2027
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OPEN Hard to apply

Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in Biology (PRFB)

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Biological Research has the potential to pave the way for breakthroughs in biotechnology and bio-system design that will create…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.074 ⏰ Sep 28, 2027 💰 from $220,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many ai safety grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 87 ai safety grants, of which 36 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is November 4, 2026 — about 16 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for ai safety grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but ai safety grants in this category most often support: Public University, Private University, Nonprofits and Small Business (SBA-defined). Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $2.5K to $200M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse ai safety grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About AI Safety grants

AI Safety grants support research and development initiatives focused on ensuring artificial intelligence systems operate safely and reliably. With 87 active grants listed in this category, organizations can access funding from leading agencies including the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. National Science Foundation to advance critical safety innovations.

These grants typically range from $500,000 to $1.5 million and follow competitive application processes in 91% of cases. Public and private universities, alongside small businesses, are primary recipients. Most funding supports research, capacity building, and program development. Filtering by recipient type and support category can help identify the most relevant opportunities for your organization.