[Alzheimer's Association](https://www.alz.org)

May 6, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | July 22, 2026 (Full application)

Up to $250,000 total (direct + indirect costs) over 1–2 years; indirect costs capped at 10% of direct costs.

Supports research to improve detection, diagnosis, and post-diagnostic care pathways for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

--- ## Description This program funds health services research projects that aim to strengthen dementia detection, diagnosis, and post-diagnostic care across the care continuum. The focus is on generating actionable evidence to improve person-centered, coordinated, and equitable brain health and dementia care. Projects may address barriers and solutions to timely access, quality, and care coordination, with emphasis on early detection/diagnosis and care pathways for individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia. Proposals leveraging rigorous quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods approaches, and those addressing disparities or incorporating diverse perspectives, are encouraged. --- ## Due Dates - Letter of Intent deadline: May 6, 2026 (by 5 p.m. ET) - Full application deadline: July 22, 2026 (by 5 p.m. ET) - Award notifications: By November 30, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $250,000 USD (includes direct and indirect costs) - Project duration: Up to 2 years (minimum 1 year) - Indirect costs: Capped at 10% of total direct costs, inclusive of subcontracts --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be full-time employees (as defined by their institution) at an academic institution or VA hospital (U.S. or international). - Open to all career stages, including postdoctoral fellows. - International applicants are eligible. - Not eligible: Students (undergraduate, master's, or doctoral), part-time/temporary/acting faculty, or those delinquent in reporting on prior Association grants. - Only one proposal per applicant per cycle. - Applicant institutions must be non-profit; U.S. state/federal government labs and for-profit organizations cannot serve as applicant institutions but may collaborate. - Applicants and institutions must comply with U.S. sanctions laws. --- ## Application Process - **Letter of Intent (LOI) required:** Submit via [ProposalCentral](https://proposalcentral.com/default.asp). The LOI must be blinded (no identifying info in the body) and include project aims, methodology, and relevance. - **Invitation to apply:** Only selected LOIs will be invited to submit a full application. - **Full application:** Must be submitted through ProposalCentral by the deadline. Application templates and instructions are provided upon LOI approval. - **Required documents:** Biosketch (NIH format recommended), non-profit verification (W-9 or W-8/W-8-BEN), and budget justification. - **Review process:** Multi-stage peer review, focusing on significance, methodological rigor, real-world impact, and potential to advance equity in dementia care. --- ## Additional Information - Most funds must support direct research; major equipment and tuition are not allowable costs. - Travel funds (up to $12,500 over the project; max $7,000/year) may be included. - Reporting requirements: Annual scientific and financial reports; final reports due within 90 days of project end. - Data sharing and open access publication are required. - For full details, see the [Request for Applications (RFA)](https://www.alz.org/getmedia/ad3c2708-c857-4487-8f4d-ea51c7bbc973/AA-HSR-RFA.pdf) and [Conditions of Award](https://www.alz.org/getmedia/b5c6a1b8-8a76-40d5-ae13-faf9b93cc368/conditions-of-award.pdf). --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Application Portal](https://www.alz.org/research/for_researchers/grants/types-of-grants/hsr-adrd) - [Full RFA (PDF)](https://www.alz.org/getmedia/ad3c2708-c857-4487-8f4d-ea51c7bbc973/AA-HSR-RFA.pdf) - [Conditions of Award (PDF)](https://www.alz.org/getmedia/b5c6a1b8-8a76-40d5-ae13-faf9b93cc368/conditions-of-award.pdf) - [ProposalCentral (Application Submission)](https://proposalcentral.com/default.asp) - [Alzheimer's Association Grants Overview](https://www.alz.org/research/for_researchers/grants/types-of-grants) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [grantsapp@alz.org](mailto:grantsapp@alz.org) | | Funder Website | [https://www.alz.org/contact-us](https://www.alz.org/contact-us) | | Phone | +1 800-272-3900 |

Alzheimer’s Association Health Services Research in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders (HSR-ADRD) Funding Program

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