[ALS Association](https://www.als.org)

November 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $500,000 total over 2 years per award; indirect costs capped at 10% of ALS Association contribution.

Supports nonprofit collaborations to expand and co-fund ALS research programs that align with ALS Association’s mission.

Cost sharing/matching by applicant is required; only nonprofit organizations are eligible.

--- ## Description The ALS Association's Partnership Grants program funds collaborations with nonprofit organizations to expand, scale, or augment their ALS research initiatives. The goal is to foster co-funded, mission-aligned projects that accelerate progress in understanding, diagnosing, and treating ALS. By supporting partnerships, the program aims to increase the impact of research funding, reduce redundancy, and build long-term relationships across the ALS research community. Eligible programs may address a wide range of ALS research topics, including disease mechanisms, biomarkers, prevention, clinical tools, big data, assistive technology, caregiver support, drug development, and research infrastructure. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (Full application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $500,000 total costs per grant, over a 2-year period. - Indirect costs are limited to 10% of the ALS Association’s contribution. - The number of awards depends on available budget and application merit. - Cost sharing or matching funds from the applicant organization are required. --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Organizations:** U.S. and international nonprofit organizations. - **Eligible Individuals:** Employees of nonprofit organizations; scientific background in ALS research is not required. - **Collaborations:** Synergistic collaborations are allowed, but a single organization must serve as the principal applicant. - **For-Profits:** Not eligible; this program is limited to nonprofits. - **Multiple Submissions:** Organizations may submit more than one proposal for different research funding programs. - **Matching Funds:** Applicants must provide cost sharing or matching funds as part of a co-funding arrangement. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via [Proposal Central](https://proposalcentral.com/). - Find the opportunity by searching for "The ALS Association" under the Grant Opportunities tab. - Required application components: - Program description and alignment with ALS Association mission - Grant-making plans and infrastructure - Justification for partnership impact (how ALS Association funding will enhance the program) - Details on funding match/cost sharing - Review process and plans for ALS Association involvement - Budget details (total funds per award, number of awards, etc.) - Letters of collaboration (if applicable) - Applications are peer-reviewed by an ALS Association review committee, with final funding decisions made by the Board of Trustees Research Committee. - Progress and expenditure reporting is required semi-annually and annually, with milestone-based payments. --- ## Additional Information - Programs may cover a broad range of ALS research and care topics, including but not limited to: - Disease mechanisms, biomarkers, prevention, clinical trial infrastructure, big data analysis, assistive technology, caregiver/family impact, and drug development. - All ALS Association funds must be used within the 2-year award period; matching funds may be used beyond that period. - No more than 10% of the ALS Association's contribution may be used for indirect costs. - Awardees must comply with the ALS Association Grants Policy Statement and all relevant ethical and regulatory requirements. - If funded research generates revenue, the ALS Association expects proportional revenue sharing. --- ## External Links - [Program page: Partnership Grants](https://www.als.org/research/research-we-fund/our-awards-and-programs/partnership-grants) - [ALS Association Research Funding Opportunities](https://www.als.org/research/researchers/funding-opportunities-researchers) - [Proposal Central application portal](https://proposalcentral.com/) - [ALS Association Grants Policy Statement](https://www.als.org/Grants-Policy-Statement) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Form | |----------------------------|----------------------------------------|-------------------|--------------------------------------------------| | ALS Association Research Grants | researchgrants@alsa-national.org | +1 800-782-4747 | [Contact Us](https://www.als.org/contact-us) |

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