Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRPs)Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems Centers (TBIMS) CFDA Number 84.133A 5 | Apply Online

Opportunity Information: Apply for ED GRANTS 061112 001

The Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program encompasses Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRPs) and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems Centers (TBIMS) under CFDA Number 84.133A 5. This grant opportunity aims to support research, demonstration projects, and related activities that promote the inclusion and integration of individuals with disabilities into society. The focus is particularly on improving employment, independent living, family support, and economic self-sufficiency for those with severe disabilities, as well as enhancing services under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

DRRPs specifically work to develop methods, procedures, and technologies that improve independent living and employment outcomes. Activities include research, training, demonstrations, development, and technical assistance.

Applications for the TBIMS must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov. Applicants can download the application package to complete it offline and then upload their submissions on the platform. It's important to search for the application by the CFDA number without including the alpha suffix. For detailed eligibility and application requirements, refer to the official notice in the Federal Register.

• The Department of Education in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRPs)Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems Centers (TBIMS) CFDA Number 84.133A 5" and is now available to receive applicants.
• Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 84.133 National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research.
• This funding opportunity was created on Jun 11, 2012 and posted on Jun 11, 2012.
• Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 10, 2012 Applications Available June 11, 2012. Date of Pre Application Meeting July 2, 2012. Date of Pre Application Meeting Interested parties are invited to participate in a pre application meeting and to receive information and technical assistance through individual consultation with NIDRR staff. The pre application meeting will be held on July 2, 2012. Interested parties may participate in this meeting by conference call with NIDRR staff from the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services between 100 p.m. and 300 p.m., Washington, DC time. NIDRR staff also will be available from 330 p.m. to 430 p.m., Washington, DC time, on the same day, by telephone, to provide information and technical assistance through individual consultation. For further information or to make arrangements to participate in the meeting via conference call or for an individual consultation, contact either Lynn Medley or Marlene Spencer as follows Lynn Medley, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue SW., room 5140, Potomac Center Plaza (PCP), Washington, DC 20202 2700. Telephone (202) 245 7338 or by email [email protected]. Marlene Spencer, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue SW., room 5133, PCP, Washington, DC 20202 2700. Telephone (202) 245 7532 or by email [email protected]. Deadline for Transmittal of Applications August 10, 2012.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2025.)
• The funding agency has allocated a total of $7,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
• Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $447,500.00 in funding.
• The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 16 candidate(s).
• Eligible applicants include: County governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Independent school districts Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Special district governments City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) For profit organizations other than small businesses Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education State governments Private institutions of higher education.
• Eligible Applicants States public or private agencies, including for profit agencies public or private organizations, including for profit organizations IHEs and Indian tribes and tribal organizations.

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