Incentive Grants
The APhA Foundation Incentive Grants support innovative pharmacy-based patient care research projects in community or ambulatory settings to advance new care models and improve health outcomes.
Funder: American Pharmacists Association Foundation
Due Dates: October 18, 2026 (2026–2027 cycle)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 per award; typically for 1-year projects; seed funding for pilot/innovative work.
Summary: Supports pharmacists, residents, and students to launch innovative, pharmacy-based patient care projects in community or ambulatory settings.
Key Information: No indirect costs allowed; funds must be used for direct project expenses only.
Description
The Incentive Grants program from the American Pharmacists Association Foundation provides seed funding to pharmacists, pharmacy students, and community pharmacy residents to implement or support innovative patient care services within their practice. The program aims to foster new ideas and leadership in pharmacy by encouraging the development and demonstration of new models of care, with a focus on community and ambulatory pharmacy settings. Projects span a wide array of patient care innovations, including but not limited to diabetes/cardiovascular care, immunization, medication safety, social determinants of health, and mental/behavioral health. Since its inception, the program has supported over 800 projects, contributing to improved health outcomes for patients nationwide.
