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May 12, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | June 4, 2026 (Full application)

Up to $1,800,000 per award; estimated total program funding is $16,200,000; project period is one year.

Supports interdisciplinary, regionally focused teams to advance resilience and preparedness for weather and climate-driven hazards in U.S. communities.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity from NOAA’s Climate Program Office supports the Regional Integrated Sciences and Assessments (RISA) program, which funds interdisciplinary teams to conduct applied research and partnerships that enhance the resilience and preparedness of U.S. states and communities facing weather and climate-related hazards. RISA teams work within one of nine designated U.S. regions and are expected to address local and regional needs through research, planning, stakeholder engagement, and science translation, ultimately supporting decision-makers in managing risks such as flooding, extreme temperatures, wildfires, and water shortages. Projects should integrate social and physical sciences, foster local partnerships, and aim for outcomes that inform planning and decision-making at multiple scales. --- ## Due Dates - **Letter of Intent (LOI) deadline:** May 12, 2026 (received by email by 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time) - **Full application deadline:** June 4, 2026 (must be received by 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time) --- ## Funding Amount - **Award Ceiling:** $1,800,000 per award - **Estimated Total Program Funding:** $16,200,000 - **Project Period:** One year, anticipated start date September 1, 2026 - **No cost sharing or matching required** --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Institutions of higher education - Other nonprofits - Commercial organizations - State, local, territorial, and tribal governments Applicants should propose interdisciplinary teams with a balance of social and physical sciences, and the majority of team members should be located within the region they propose to serve. --- ## Application Process 1. **Letter of Intent (LOI):** - Strongly encouraged but not required. - Submit by email to [oar.cpo.risa@noaa.gov](mailto:oar.cpo.risa@noaa.gov) by May 12, 2026. - Should be no more than two pages, describing the project concept, team, regional relevance, and approximate cost. 2. **Full Application:** - Due by June 4, 2026 via [grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362258). - Required components include: title page, abstract, project narrative (max 15 pages), management plan, results from prior research, data/information sharing plan, letters of commitment, CVs, current and pending support, budget table and narrative, federal forms, and indirect cost rate agreement if applicable. - See the full [funding announcement PDF](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/NOAA-OAR-CPO-2026-33094.pdf) for detailed instructions and templates. 3. **Review Process:** - Proposals are evaluated for relevance, technical merit, team qualifications, and budget realism. - Only one RISA team per region will be funded. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must directly support local, state, or regional decision-makers. - Teams should describe advisory mechanisms, partner engagement, and institutional commitment. - No cost sharing or matching is required. - Pre-award costs may be allowed with prior approval. - Data management and sharing plans are required; funded research data must be made publicly accessible. - For human subjects research, IRB approval or exemption is required. --- ## External Links - [NOAA Climate Program Office – Funding Opportunities](https://cpo.noaa.gov/funding-opportunities/) - [Full Funding Announcement (PDF)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/NOAA-OAR-CPO-2026-33094.pdf) - [Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362258) - [NOAA Main Website](https://www.noaa.gov) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Notes | |---------------------------------------- |--------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | General NOFO Questions | [Kathleen Palermo](mailto:Kathleen.Palermo@noaa.gov) | CPO Grants Specialist | | Competition Manager (RISA) | [Sean Bath](mailto:oar.cpo.risa@noaa.gov) | Allow up to two weeks for a response | | CPO Website | [www.cpo.noaa.gov](http://www.cpo.noaa.gov) | General program information |

Climate Program Office FY 2026 - Regional Integrated Sciences and Assessments (RISA)

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