RESTORE Grant Program
The AAI RESTORE Grant provides one-year emergency funding for immunology researchers whose federal grants were halted for non-scientific reasons, helping them maintain research continuity and competitiveness.
Funder: American Association of Immunologists
Due Dates: August 28, 2025 (initial application deadline) | December 1, 2026 (final rolling deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 per award for up to 12 months; total program budget up to $8 million.
Summary: Provides one-year bridge funding to AAI members whose immunology-focused federal grants were unexpectedly frozen or terminated for non-scientific reasons.
Key Information: Applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the final deadline passes.
Description
The RESTORE Grant Program is an emergency funding initiative from the American Association of Immunologists (AAI) designed to support immunology researchers whose NIH or other U.S. federal agency grants have been unexpectedly frozen or terminated for reasons unrelated to scientific merit. The program provides up to $100,000 for a one-year period, aiming to help affected investigators bridge critical funding gaps, retain research personnel, and remain competitive for future grant opportunities. Awards are made directly to recipient institutions and are intended to replace lost support from eligible federal grant mechanisms.
