Request for applications for the Growing Impact Award, an invitation-only program for previous FFAR awardees to build on successful research and translate it into greater impacts.
Invitation only; Open to investigators on FFAR-funded Seeding Solutions and NIA projects; Previous projects must complete 75% of award period by Nov 12, 2025 or completed on/after Nov 5, 2023; All required reports must be submitted and approved by Nov 12, 2025
Requirements
Two-step application process: pre-application and full application; Pre-application requires previous award details, PI info, project title, timeline, and alignment with FFAR research areas; Full application details in RFA; Matching funds required at a minimum 1:1 ratio
Application materials
Pre-application; Full application (details in RFA); Letter of recommendation from original PI if new PI is different
How to apply
Submit pre-application via FFAR's online Grant Management System by September 3, 2025; Invitations for full application sent by September 24, 2025; Full proposals due by November 12, 2025
Important dates
Pre-Application Open: June 11, 2025; Informational webinar: July 15, 2025; Pre-Application Due: September 3, 2025; Full Application Invitation: September 24, 2025; Full Application Due: November 12, 2025; Award Notification: Winter 2026
