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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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program

Official program page for the NIDILRR Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, providing information on funding phases, eligibility criteria, and application procedures for small businesses.

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Award amount

Phase I: up to $100,000

Eligibility

American-owned; Independently operated; For-profit; Employ no more than 500 employees; Principal researcher must be employed by the business

Requirements

Must meet small business criteria; Phase I feasibility study; Phase II research and development

Application materials

Funding Opportunity Announcements; Application kit

How to apply

Search Grants.gov using *BISA* for Phase I or *BISB* for Phase II; Review program announcements for evaluation criteria and priority areas

Important dates

Phase I announcement released by early spring; Phase I closes two months after release; All awards made before September 30

Documents

SBIR Policy Directive; PowerPoint about the SBIR program; Guide to Applying

Contact

Brian Bard at NIDILRR

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