[Society for Family Planning](https://societyfp.org/grantmaking/funding-opportunities)

March 17, 2026 (Full proposal/application submission)

Up to $175,000 per project for up to 24 months; approximately three awards anticipated.

Funds research to generate evidence-based insights for implementing over-the-counter daily oral contraceptives in the US, with a focus on advancing equitable contraceptive access.

--- ## Description This grant supports research projects that produce actionable, empirical evidence to guide the implementation of over-the-counter (OTC) daily oral contraceptives in the United States. The aim is to advance equitable contraceptive access by informing policy, health systems practices, or organizational structures. Projects may document or evaluate new protocols, supply-side strategies, public education, economic analyses, or study the sustainability and institutionalization of implementation efforts. Proposals must address equity and access for individuals desiring contraception and are encouraged to reflect on the identities and lived experiences of the research team. --- ## Due Dates - March 17, 2026: Full proposal/application submission deadline (8:59 pm PT / 11:59 pm ET) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum funding: $175,000 per project - Project duration: Up to 24 months - Approximately three projects will be funded - Funding includes support for open-access publication fees (for up to two publications within two years of grant completion) --- ## Eligibility - Grants are awarded to tax-exempt organizations (not individuals); proof of tax-exempt status is required. - The principal investigator (PI) must be named in the application. - Projects must focus on the US context. - Society for Family Planning membership is not required. - Applicants may include a wide range of research teams, with an emphasis on reflecting on team positionality and lived experience. --- ## Application Process - Submit a full proposal electronically via the [online application portal](https://webportalapp.com/sp/otc_contraception). - Required components: - Online application form (includes PI and institution details) - 250-word project summary - 8–10 page proposal narrative (background, research questions, methods, study population, equity principles, use of results, timeline, positionality, team expertise, references) - Budget and budget narrative (max $175,000; indirect costs capped at 20% of direct costs) - Team biosketches/resumes (max 10 pages each) - Proof of tax-exempt status - All materials must be combined into a single PDF and formatted with at least 11-point font and 1.5 line spacing. - Proposals will be peer-reviewed based on impact, methodological rigor, equity principles, team positionality, expertise, and budget justification. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must generate new findings and should not focus on developing interventions or implementation activities, but rather on researching these efforts. - Teams are expected to address equity-informed principles for contraceptive access research, including justice, autonomy, and community partnership. - Awards will be announced in May 2026, with funds available upon proof of IRB approval or exemption. - The Society for Family Planning provides [research practice supports](https://societyfp.org/research/research-practice-supports/) for applicants. --- ## External Links - [Program RFP (PDF)](https://societyfp.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Researching-the-implementation-of-over-the-counter-oral-contraception_RFP.pdf) - [Proposal Review Guide (PDF)](https://societyfp.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Researching-the-implementation-of-over-the-counter-oral-contraception_Review-Guide.pdf) - [Equity-Informed Principles for Contraceptive Access Research (PDF)](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d35f1b39760f8000111473a/t/6434b8fdca5e4c21e7478bd9/1681176829281/Equity-Informed+Principles+for+Contraceptive+Access+Research.pdf) - [Society for Family Planning Grantmaking Opportunities](https://societyfp.org/grantmaking/funding-opportunities) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |----------------------------|------------------------------------------| | General inquiries & support| [Grants@SocietyFP.org](mailto:Grants@SocietyFP.org) | | Program page | [Society for Family Planning](https://societyfp.org/grantmaking/funding-opportunities) |

Researching the implementation of over-the-counter oral contraception

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