Funder: American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society
Due Dates: November 22, 2026 (2027 applications)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000, $20,000, or $50,000 for one year, depending on category
Summary: Supports foot and ankle research that develops new treatments, advances patient care, and generates evidence for future funding.
Key Information: A principal investigator or co-investigator must be an AOFAS member in good standing in an eligible membership category.
Description
The American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) Research Grants Program provides seed and start-up funding for foot and ankle investigation. Funded through donations to the Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Foundation, the program has supported AOFAS members and their research teams since 1997. Its goals include discovering new treatments, advancing patient care, and encouraging subsequent applications to national funding sources.
One-year awards support pilot studies, promising small projects, and established investigations. Pilot projects are expected to generate data for future applications, while established projects support innovative basic science, clinical trials, or pre-trial work backed by evidence of feasibility. Resident and Early Career Awards provide additional opportunities within the program.
