Kidney, Urologic, and Hematologic Diseases – Fostering the AdvanceMent of an Interactive Learning communitY – Coordinating Center (KUH-FAMILY)
Can you apply?
This grant is for NIH-funded research on kidney, urologic, and hematologic diseases. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, hospitals, and nonprofit research organizations with 501(c)(3) status. Applicants must have the capacity to lead a coordinating center and foster collaborative learning communities. Institutions must have proper federal grant infrastructure and compliance capabilities.
The program supports research coordination and interactive learning initiatives focused on kidney, urologic, and hematologic disease topics. Applicants should have existing research programs or strong capacity to build interdisciplinary teams. Strong institutional commitment and available research facilities are expected.
Geographic scope is nationwide. Domestic institutions are typically eligible; international collaborations may be permitted with appropriate documentation.
Key dates
- Sep 30, 2025 Applications open
- Jul 1, 2026 Application deadline in 30 days
- Jan 1, 2027 Award announced
- Feb 1, 2027 Project start
This grant is for NIH-funded research on kidney, urologic, and hematologic diseases. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, hospitals, and nonprofit research organizations with 501(c)(3) status. Applicants must have the capacity to lead a coordinating center and foster collaborative learning communities. Institutions must have proper federal grant infrastructure and compliance capabilities.
The program supports research coordination and interactive learning initiatives focused on kidney, urologic, and hematologic disease topics. Applicants should have existing research programs or strong capacity to build interdisciplinary teams. Strong institutional commitment and available research facilities are expected.
Geographic scope is nationwide. Domestic institutions are typically eligible; international collaborations may be permitted with appropriate documentation.
Program description
The Division of Kidney, Urologic, and Hematologic Diseases (KUH) at the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) currently supports several institutional and individual training and career development programs. The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to establish a single Coordinating Center to unite and harmonize these programs, which collectively aim to recruit, train, and retain an active, national community of researchers in KUH mission areas across career stages. This highly integrated community will be called KUH-FAMILY (Kidney, Urologic, and Hematologic Diseases – Fostering the AdvanceMent of an Interactive Learning communitY).
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- County Government
- Hospital
- Nonprofits
- Private University
- Public Authority
- Public K-12 School
- Public University
- Small Business (SBA-defined)
- Special District
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Details
This grant is for NIH-funded research on kidney, urologic, and hematologic diseases. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, hospitals, and nonprofit research organizations with 501(c)(3) status. Applicants must have the capacity to lead a coordinating center and foster collaborative learning communities. Institutions must have proper federal grant infrastructure and compliance capabilities.
The program supports research coordination and interactive learning initiatives focused on kidney, urologic, and hematologic disease topics. Applicants should have existing research programs or strong capacity to build interdisciplinary teams. Strong institutional commitment and available research facilities are expected.
Geographic scope is nationwide. Domestic institutions are typically eligible; international collaborations may be permitted with appropriate documentation.
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (R&R) Cover Sheet
- Project Narrative and Statement of Work
- Detailed Budget and Budget Justification
- Biographical Sketches (Key Personnel)
- Letters of Commitment (Partner Institutions)
- Institutional Assurance Documents
- Data Management and Sharing Plan
- Facilities and Equipment Description
Program contact
- 👤 Christine Maric-Bilkan
- 📧 christine.maric-bilkan@nih.gov
- 📞 Please contact via email
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.847 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$152,979,352
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$112,529,392
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$66,521,567
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$45,186,589
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$37,867,943
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$37,490,770
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$34,242,949
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$31,624,784
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$31,124,496
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$31,065,476
Top States by Funding
- FL 2 awards $184.1M
- MA 6 awards $165.7M
- PA 6 awards $165.0M
- NY 4 awards $143.8M
- MD 2 awards $143.4M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.847). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $1,971,472,000 | |
| 2025 | $2,043,166,000 | |
| 2026 est. | $111,289,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for the KUH-FAMILY coordinating center grant?
Universities, medical schools, research hospitals, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits with established research infrastructure. Applicants must demonstrate capacity to lead a multi-institutional coordinating center.
What does this grant fund?
Research coordination, collaborative infrastructure, and interactive learning platforms for kidney, urologic, and hematologic disease research. It emphasizes community-building among researchers.
What is the typical funding range?
NIH research coordinating center grants typically range from $200K-$500K annually. Consult the specific CFDA listing for exact amounts.
How competitive is this grant?
Very competitive. Only 10-20% of applications typically receive funding. Strong preliminary data and clear coordination plans are essential.
What's the application timeline?
Open date is September 30, 2025. Deadlines vary by mechanism; check the full opportunity announcement for specific dates.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Emphasize your institution's experience coordinating multi-site research networks or consortia. Provide examples of past success.
- Build a strong core team with expertise across kidney, urologic, and hematologic disease research domains.
- Detail concrete infrastructure for fostering interactive learning: webinars, shared databases, training programs, or collaborative platforms.
- Develop clear metrics for measuring center success: researcher engagement, publications, training outcomes, or networking growth.
- Secure strong letters of commitment from partner institutions that will participate in your learning community.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Unclear coordination structure: Many applications fail to define specific roles and decision-making processes for multi-site teams. Weak learning community plan: Simply listing activities isn't enough; show how interactive engagement will drive research advancement. Insufficient institutional commitment: Lack of dedicated personnel, facilities, or financial matching undermines credibility.
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