Promoting Resources and Opportunities for People with Autism and Fragile X and their Families Across the Lifespan
This grant funds research and outreach to better understand and improve services, supports, and long-term outcomes for people with autism or Fragile X Syndrome and their families throughout their lives.
Funder: Centers for Disease Control - NCBDDD
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 (optional letter of intent) | June 15, 2026 (full application, 11:59 p.m. ET)
Funding Amounts: Up to $18,000,000 total over 5 years; typical annual awards: $230,000–$650,000 (Component A), $333,333 (Component B), $200,000 (Component C)
Summary: Supports data collection, dissemination, and capacity-building to improve resources and opportunities for people with autism or Fragile X syndrome (FXS) and their families across the lifespan.
Key Information: Applicants may apply for one or more components but must meet specific eligibility for each.
Description
This funding opportunity from the CDC's National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) aims to address gaps in knowledge and resources for individuals with autism or Fragile X syndrome (FXS) and their families, focusing on improving health, educational, social, and vocational outcomes across the lifespan. The program funds three components:
- Component A (SPROUT): Collects unique data from adolescents and young adults with autism, leveraging participants from previous SEED studies, to better understand their needs and outcomes.
- Component B (FAST FORWARD): Gathers clinic-based data on individuals with FXS (ages 0–40), with a focus on diagnosis, service needs, and experiences.
- Component C: Develops and disseminates evidence-based information, educational materials, and supports for people with FXS, their families, communities, and healthcare providers.
Applicants may apply for one or more components, but must meet the specific eligibility and access requirements for each.
