Research Grants
RRF Foundation for Aging funds applied research on interventions and policies to improve the well-being of adults 60+ and caregivers, emphasizing practical, scalable solutions with broad impact.
Funder: RRF Foundation for Aging
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (LOI) | February 2027 (Full proposal, invited) | May 2027 (Full proposal, invited) | August 2027 (Full proposal, invited)
Funding Amounts: No formal minimum or maximum; recent two-year awards range from ~$60,000–$135,000; up to 10% indirect costs allowed.
Summary: Supports applied research to improve the well-being of adults aged 60+ and caregivers, with emphasis on actionable, scalable interventions and policy/practice impact.
Key Information: Letter of Inquiry (LOI) required; projects in institutional settings are not eligible.
Description
This opportunity from the RRF Foundation for Aging funds research projects that seek to identify, test, and disseminate interventions, policies, or practices that improve the well-being of older adults (age 60+) and/or their caregivers. The foundation prioritizes applied research with immediate, direct implications for the aging population, especially projects with national or regional relevance (within Illinois or the U.S.). Studies of particular interest include interventional trials, translational research, and health services or policy research, especially those building on prior work and with robust dissemination plans. The ultimate goal is to produce practical knowledge and guidance for advocates, policy-makers, providers, and the broader aging network.
