Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH) (S06 Clinical Trial Optional)
Funding for Native American tribes to support health-related research, career enhancement, and infrastructure enhancement.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: July 8, 2025 (New) | August 7, 2025 (AIDS) | July 8, 2026 (New) | August 7, 2026 (AIDS)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1.3 million/year in direct costs (5 years max); individual project components typically capped at $200,000/year; see details below.
Summary: Supports health-related research, research career development, and infrastructure enhancement led by federally-recognized American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Tribal organizations.
Key Information: At least 60% of requested funds must remain with eligible Tribal Entities; clinical trials are optional; limited submission rules apply.
Description
This program funds the creation and operation of Native American Research Centers for Health (NARCH), supporting health-related research, research career enhancement, and research infrastructure enhancement activities. The initiative is designed to empower federally-recognized American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Tribes, Tribal colleges/universities, Tribal health programs, and Tribal organizations to lead research that addresses health priorities in their communities. NARCH awards are multi-component, requiring an Administrative Core and at least one additional component (Research Project, Pilot Project Program, Career Enhancement Project, or Research Infrastructure Enhancement Project).
The program aims to:
- Advance culturally appropriate, innovative health research relevant to Tribal communities.
- Build research capacity and infrastructure within Tribal organizations.
- Enhance the research skills and career development of current and future Tribal health researchers.
- Foster sustainable partnerships and community engagement.
Clinical trials are allowed but not required. The program is led by the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) with participation from multiple NIH Institutes and Centers.
