[National Institutes of Health](https://www.nih.gov)

July 2026

No set award ceiling or floor; supports whole genome and related sequencing projects for pediatric cohorts.

Supports submission and sequencing of pediatric cancer and congenital anomaly cohorts to elucidate genetic bases and expand the Kids First Data Resource.

This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details may change.

--- ## Description The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through the Gabriella Miller Kids First Pediatric Research Program, anticipates inviting applications to submit samples from pediatric cohorts for comprehensive genomic and related molecular analyses at a Kids First-supported sequencing center. The goal is to advance understanding of the genetic contributions to childhood cancers and congenital anomalies, uncover associations between congenital anomalies and cancer risk, and broaden the range of pediatric disorders represented in the Kids First Data Resource. Supported activities include whole genome, exome, and transcriptome sequencing, as well as long-read sequencing, proteomics, and epigenomic assays when scientifically justified. All generated data, along with relevant clinical and phenotypic information, will be made available to the research community via the Kids First Data Resource Center. --- ## Due Dates - July 2026 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - No specified award ceiling or floor; funding is intended to support sequencing and related molecular analyses of pediatric cohorts. - Number of awards and total program funding are not specified in the forecast. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State, county, city, or township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and private institutions of higher education - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized and other) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education) - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - U.S. territories and possessions - Faith-based or community-based organizations - Regional organizations - Eligible agencies of the federal government - Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities (foreign institutions) - Others as specified in the opportunity listing There is no cost sharing or matching requirement. --- ## Application Process - Applications will be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361164) when the opportunity opens. - Full application instructions and requirements will be detailed in the official program announcement when released. - Applicants should propose sequencing of existing pediatric cohorts and justify the scientific value of the proposed assays. - Data and associated clinical/phenotypic information will be shared with the broader research community via the Kids First Data Resource Center. --- ## Additional Information - This is a forecasted opportunity; details, requirements, and deadlines may change. - Projects must align with the goals of the Kids First Program, focusing on pediatric cancers, congenital anomalies, or their associations. - Clinical trials are not allowed under this opportunity. --- ## External Links - [NIH Kids First Program Overview](https://commonfund.nih.gov/kidsfirst) - [Kids First Data Resource Center](https://kidsfirstdrc.org/) - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361164) - [NIH Main Website](https://www.nih.gov) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Description | |------------------------|------------------------------|----------------------------------------------| | Gabriella Miller Kids First Program | [kidsfirst@od.nih.gov](mailto:kidsfirst@od.nih.gov) | Please contact via email for inquiries. | | NIH Main Line | 301-496-4000 | General NIH contact number |

Discovery of the Genetic Basis of Childhood Cancers and of Congenital Anomalies: Gabriella Miller Kids First Pediatric Research Program (X01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

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