Intervention Research Grant
The AOTF Intervention Research Grant funds early-stage, innovative occupational therapy research to generate preliminary data for larger intervention studies and advance evidence-based practice.
Funder: American Occupational Therapy Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Letter of Intent) | November 2026 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 (including up to 10% indirect costs) for a 1-year project; up to 20% of funds may be used for mentor compensation.
Summary: Supports early-stage, innovative occupational therapy research to generate preliminary data for larger intervention studies and advance evidence-based practice.
Key Information: This is a forecasted grant—deadlines are projected; check the program page for updates.
Description
The Intervention Research Grant (IRG) from the American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF) provides seed funding for early-stage, innovative research in occupational therapy. The program aims to generate preliminary data necessary for larger intervention studies, supporting the advancement of evidence-based occupational therapy practice. Targeted at early-career investigators, the IRG encourages projects that address racial, social, and health inequities and promote the inclusion of underrepresented populations. Projects may include pilot studies, feasibility studies, or intervention research planning grants, and must be client-centered, occupation-based, theory-driven, and manualized. The IRG serves as a critical stepping stone, with many past recipients subsequently securing major federal or foundation funding.
