As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 294 Pilot Funding Grants — 105 open right now, across 82 funding agencies. Award amounts range $5K to $5B. The next application deadline is November 2, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
This Technology Development funding opportunity will support technology research projects from proof-of-concept through prototype development. The program will prioritize innovation over feasibility. To maximize impact on…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.859⏰ Feb 5, 2028
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites applications to use NHLBI-funded TransOmics for Precision Medicine (TOPMed) program to generate a large volume of integrated genetic and…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.837⏰ May 8, 2028
The NIH INvestigation of Co-occurring conditions across the Lifespan to Understand Down syndromE (INCLUDE) Project seeks to improve health and quality-of-life for individuals with Down syndrome.…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.351⏰ Jun 15, 2028💰
up to $200,000
The NIH INvestigation of Co-occurring conditions across the Lifespan to Understand Down syndromE (INCLUDE) Project seeks to improve health and quality-of-life for individuals with Down syndrome.…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.395⏰ Jun 15, 2028
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) uses a R61/R33 Phased Innovation Award mechanism to support clinical research applications that are exploratory and developmental in nature and…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.279⏰ Jun 16, 2028
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites researchers to submit applications for support of clinical projects that address critical needs for clinical trial readiness in rare…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.350⏰ Jul 20, 2028
The purpose of this Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to solicit grant applications to support research on the discovery and development of interventions to prevent and/or treat…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.279⏰ Aug 21, 2028💰
up to $3,000,000
This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) encourages the submission of exploratory/developmental research grant (R21) applications that focus on different aspects of cancer control by modifying behavior, screening,…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.399⏰ Sep 7, 2028
Current recipients of specific types of NIH research grants may apply for administrative supplements, using this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), to provide additional funding to…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.172⏰ Nov 30, 2028
This BAA sets forth research areas of interest to the Army Applications Lab (AAL). This BAA is issued under paragraph 6.102(d)(2) of the Federal Acquisition Regulation…
🏛 Dept of the Army -- Materiel Command📋 CFDA 12.431⏰ Apr 4, 2029
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) encourages collaborations between the life and physical sciences that: 1) apply a multidisciplinary bioengineering approach to the solution of a…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.395⏰ Jul 5, 2029💰
up to $500,000
The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) intends to reissue a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for observational or biomarker validation…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.121⏰ Jul 5, 2029
The National Institute on Drug Abuse seeks to support pilot and feasibility studies in preparation for efficacy, effectiveness and/or services research trials. Topics may include:1) developing…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.681⏰ Jul 16, 2029
The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to support multi-site feasibility studies of mind and…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.213⏰ Nov 16, 2029
The purpose of NEI’s Translational Research program is the rapid and efficient translation of innovative laboratory research findings into therapeutics for use by clinicians to treat…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.867⏰ Nov 16, 2029
Grantoria currently lists 294 pilot funding grants, of which 105 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 2, 2026 — about 11 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for pilot funding grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but pilot funding grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Small Business (SBA-defined), Tribal Nation and Public Authority. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $5K to $5B, 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 pilot funding 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 Pilot Funding grants
Pilot funding supports innovative projects and proof-of-concept initiatives across research, healthcare, and community development. With 294 active grants in this category, major funders include the National Institutes of Health and the Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA, which invest in early-stage ventures that demonstrate potential for larger-scale impact.
Pilot grants typically range from $275K to $487K and use competitive application processes in 97% of cases. Public and private universities, along with 501C3 public charities, are primary recipients, particularly for initiatives addressing low-income populations, children, and mental health conditions. Most pilot funding requires no cost-sharing, making these opportunities more accessible for early-stage research teams.
