Administration for Community Living (ACL) - Merit Switzer Research Fellowship for Doctoral Dissertation Research

Overview of the DRRP funding program managed by NIDILRR, which supports research, development, and demonstration projects to improve the inclusion and independence of individuals with disabilities.

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Award amountPhase I: up to $100,000; Phase II: up to $575,000

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Core details, official source pages, and recent changes for this award.

Award amount

Phase I: up to $100,000; Phase II: up to $575,000

Discipline

Public service; Humanities / social sciences; Health

Eligibility

States; For-profit; American-owned; Independently operated; Nonprofit organizations; Institutions of higher education

Requirements

DUNS Number; Grants.gov registration; Phase I feasibility study; Must meet small business criteria; Phase II research and development; Research must improve health and functioning

Application materials

Application kit; Workplan template; OMB Standard Form (SF)-424; Certification Regarding Lobbying; Funding Opportunity Announcements; Budget justification sample template

How to apply

Visit grants.gov; Submit via Grants.gov Workspace; Enter assistance listing number 93. 433; Use the keyword *Switzer* in the search box; Download application package from Grants.gov; Search for funding opportunities on Grants.gov

Official source pages

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Applying for Grants | Administration for Community Living

General information page for organizations regarding the Administration for Community Living (ACL) grant process, including types of grants and resources for applicants.

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Application Tips for ACL Grants

Official guidance from the Administration for Community Living on how to successfully prepare and submit grant applications, including tips on peer review expectations and submission timing.

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How to Apply for a Competitive Grant

Official guide from the Administration for Community Living (ACL) outlining the multi-step process for applying for federal grants via Grants.gov, including registration requirements and application tips.

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Application Tips for ACL Grants

General guidance and best practices for submitting grant applications to the Administration for Community Living (ACL), including submission timing, understanding Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOA), and peer review strategies.

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How to Apply for a Competitive Grant

Official guide from the Administration for Community Living (ACL) outlining the mandatory registration, application, and submission process for federal grants via Grants.gov.

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Grant Lifecycle | Administration for Community Living

An overview of the grant process lifecycle for the Administration for Community Living, detailing the phases from funding opportunity creation to award implementation.

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Switzer Research Fellowship Program

Official program page for the Switzer Research Fellowship, providing information on fellowship categories, eligibility for doctoral candidates, and instructions for finding funding opportunities on Grants.gov.

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Data Projects | Administration for Community Living

An overview of the Administration for Community Living's (ACL) data collection initiatives, reporting systems, and research projects used to measure program performance and impact.

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