[Health Resources and Services Administration](https://www.hrsa.gov)

May 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

$446,000–$710,000 per award annually | ~60 awards | Total program funding ~$37.5M

Supports training programs to improve care for children and youth with autism and other developmental disabilities by developing health and related professionals.

--- ## Description This program aims to improve the quality of care for children and youth with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities (DD) by funding Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Other Related Disabilities (LEND) training programs. LEND programs prepare health and related professionals to screen, diagnose, and provide services for this population across the lifespan, addressing gaps in workforce training and access to high-quality care. --- ## Due Dates - May 2026: Full application deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated award range: $446,000–$710,000 per year per award - Estimated total program funding: ~$37,500,000 - Expected number of awards: ~60 - Project period: Typically annual, with renewals dependent on continued funding and program performance - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Public or nonprofit agencies, including institutions of higher education - State, county, city, or township governments - Special district governments - Federally recognized and other Native American tribal governments/organizations - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) - Private institutions of higher education **Additional requirements:** - Applicants must be domestic organizations located in the 50 states, DC, Puerto Rico, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, US Virgin Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of the Marshall Islands, or Republic of Palau. - Individuals are not eligible to apply. --- ## Application Process - Application must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by the anticipated due date. - Review the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) when released for detailed instructions, required forms, and attachments. - Contact the HRSA program office with questions prior to submission. --- ## Additional Information - This is a forecasted opportunity; details may be updated prior to the official release. - The program focuses on workforce development for autism and developmental disabilities services. - No cost sharing or matching funds are required. --- ## External Links - [Opportunity listing on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360996) - [Health Resources and Services Administration](https://www.hrsa.gov) - [HRSA Contact Page](https://www.hrsa.gov/about/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|----------------------------------------|--------------| | MCHB LEND Program Staff| [mchblendnofo@hrsa.gov](mailto:mchblendnofo@hrsa.gov) | 301-443-2170 | | HRSA General Inquiries | [press@hrsa.gov](mailto:press@hrsa.gov) | (800) 221-9393 | ---

Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Other Related Disabilities (LEND)

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