[REACH Hirschsprung Disease](https://www.reachhd.org)

May 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

$30,000 per award, 1-year duration, direct costs only, no indirect costs

Supports innovative basic, translational, clinical, or epidemiologic research to advance understanding and treatment of Hirschsprung disease.

Forecasted opportunity; deadlines and details subject to confirmation on program page.

--- ## Description The REACH Hirschsprung Disease Research Grants are designed to support innovative research projects that advance the understanding and treatment of Hirschsprung disease. The program funds basic, translational, clinical, or epidemiologic research with the goal of making a significant impact in the field. Projects are evaluated for originality, feasibility, scientific merit, investigator experience, and potential significance to the Hirschsprung disease community. Awardees are required to submit a final progress report and provide a public presentation or video summarizing their research for the REACH community. --- ## 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 - $30,000 per award - 1-year funding period - Direct costs only (no indirect costs allowed) - Eligible expenses: laboratory supplies, materials, resources, and salary/fringe for technicians, post-doctoral fellows, and research assistants (faculty salary not allowed) --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be affiliated with not-for-profit institutions engaged in health-related research. - Applicants must hold an MD and/or PhD degree. - Only one application allowed per applicant per cycle. - Research involving human or animal subjects must comply with relevant ethical standards and receive appropriate institutional approvals. - Applicants must adhere to institutional policies on conflicts of interest and scientific conduct. --- ## Application Process - Submit electronic application by the anticipated deadline. - Applications are reviewed by both scientific and lay reviewers. - Proposals are evaluated for: - Originality and feasibility - Scientific quality - Investigator/team experience - Institutional environment - Potential impact on the field - Award payment is made to the institution at the start of the funding period. - Final progress report and a brief public presentation or video are required at the end of the funding period. - Publications and presentations resulting from the award must acknowledge REACH Hirschsprung Disease. --- ## Additional Information - Allowed expenses: laboratory supplies, research materials, and salary/fringe for technical staff (not faculty). - No indirect costs are permitted. - Final report must include both a scientific and nontechnical summary. - Public dissemination of research outcomes (slide presentation or YouTube video) is required. --- ## External Links - [REACH Hirschsprung Disease Research Grant Program Page](https://www.reachhd.org/research-grant-program) - [2025 Application Guidelines (PDF)](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/56586dc0e4b0f06765ec4167/t/67e45569bd336328418ded17/1743017321984/REACH+Grant+Instructions+2025.pdf) - [REACH Main Website](https://www.reachhd.org) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | reachirschsprungs@gmail.com | | Contact Form | [Contact REACH](https://www.reachhd.org/contact) |

REACH Hirschsprung Disease Research Grants

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