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

November 2, 2026 (forecasted)

Estimated total program funding: $1,750,000 | Expected number of awards: 1 | U2C activity code

Supports a center to coordinate, build capacity, and develop scalable strategies for integrating chronic pain and opioid use disorder care across health systems.

Forecasted opportunity: application not yet open; details may change.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity supports the establishment of a center dedicated to advancing the integration of chronic pain (CP) and opioid use disorder (OUD) management within health systems. The initiative aims to address the significant overlap between CP and OUD, which affects 40–75% of individuals with OUD, by overcoming barriers created by fragmented care and siloed medical disciplines. The selected center will: - Coordinate a national network to support research and implementation efforts. - Build capacity at the intersection of CP, OUD, and implementation science. - Conduct annual surveys and qualitative research to identify barriers and attitudes affecting access to integrated care. - Develop resources to inform and improve the scalability and sustainability of evidence-based practices for CP and OUD. The initiative encourages collaborative research, particularly those combining expertise in community-based participatory approaches and implementation science, to enhance the reach and durability of integrated care models. Participating NIH Institutes include NIDA, NIAAA, NIAMS, NIMH, NCCIH, and NINDS. --- ## Due Dates - Estimated application due date: November 2, 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $1,750,000 - Expected number of awards: 1 - Funding mechanism: U2C (Cooperative Agreement Center) - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State, county, city, or township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and state-controlled 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 institutions) - Private institutions of higher education - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - U.S. territories or possessions - Faith-based or community-based organizations - Regional organizations - Non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities (foreign institutions) - Eligible agencies of the federal government --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not being solicited at this time. - The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) will be published in the future, allowing potential applicants time to develop collaborations and projects. - Applicants are encouraged to monitor the [grants.gov listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360366) for updates and to begin forming collaborative teams and designing responsive projects. --- ## Additional Information - The initiative will fund a single center (BEACON Center) to coordinate research and implementation efforts nationally. - The center will facilitate hybrid implementation-effectiveness trials, focusing on collaborative care models for CP and OUD. - Special emphasis is placed on implementation strategies that address scalability, sustainability, and integration across diverse health settings. --- ## External Links - [Program listing and updates on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360366) - [National Institutes of Health](https://www.nih.gov/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |----------------|-----------------------------|--------------| | Shelley Su, PhD | [IMPOWR@nih.gov](mailto:IMPOWR@nih.gov) | 301-402-3869 |

HEAL Initiative: Integrative Management of chronic Pain and OUD for Whole Recovery (IMPOWR) - Building Engagement, Assistance, Capacity, Outreach, and Networks (BEACON) Center

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