Public Health Grants for Researcher (independent)

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 87 Public Health Grants for Researcher (independent) — 53 open right now, across 20 funding agencies. Award amounts range $7.5K to $5M. The next application deadline is November 10, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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87total grants
53open now
20agencies
$7.5K–$5Mfunding range
Nov 10next deadline
OPEN 25 days left Hard to apply

NIDA Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Program Award in Substance Use and Substance Use Disorder Research (K12 Clinical Trial Optional)

This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) encourages applications for institutional research career development (K12) programs that propose to support intensive supervised research training and career development experiences…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.279 ⏰ Nov 13, 2026 💰 up to $750,000
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OPEN 28 days left Hard to apply

NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the NIJ FY 2026 Crime and Justice Research. This opportunity NOFO calls for applications in two categories:…

🏛 National Institute of Justice 📋 CFDA 16.560 ⏰ Nov 16, 2026 💰 up to $5,000,000
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OPEN 31 days left Hard to apply

DoW Toxic Exposures Investigator Initiated Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 Toxic Exposures Research Program (TERP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) is intended to support studies that will make an important contribution toward…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 19, 2026
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OPEN 31 days left Hard to apply

DoW Toxic Exposures Translational Research Award

Summary: The intent of the fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Toxic Exposures Research Program (TERP) Translational Research Award (TRA) is to support translational research that will accelerate…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 19, 2026
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OPEN 44 days left Hard to apply

Maximizing the Scientific Value of Data Generated by the Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program: Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Postdoc

The Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes Program (ECHO) intends to promote an ongoing initiative by publishing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.310 ⏰ Dec 2, 2026
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Decision, Risk and Management Sciences (DRMS)

The Decision, Risk and Management Sciences Program (DRMS) supports scientific research directed at increasing understanding and effectiveness of decision making by individuals, groups, organizations and society.…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.075 ⏰ Jan 19, 2027
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Frequently asked questions

How many public health grants for researcher (independent) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 87 public health grants for researcher (independent), of which 53 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 10, 2026 — about 22 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $7.5K to $5M, 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 public health grants for researcher (independent), 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 Public Health Grants for Researcher (independent)

Independent researchers pursuing public health advancement will find that nearly all 7,368 grants in this category operate on a competitive basis, demanding rigorous proposal evaluation. The National Institutes of Health, Department of the Army's USAMRAA, and NASA Headquarters lead funding, reflecting the diverse scope of eligible research topics and the accessibility of opportunities for solo investigators without institutional sponsorship requirements.

Award sizes typically range from $50,000 to $225,000, with research, pilot funding, and capacity-building support predominating. Notably, cost-sharing requirements affect fewer than 1% of these grants, reducing financial barriers for independent researchers. To refine your search effectively, filter by support type—such as "Pilot Funding"—to identify shorter-term projects ideal for establishing preliminary data before pursuing larger grants.