Finding Funding
We know that identifying and pursuing funding opportunities can be overwhelming. ORD is here to help you navigate the process with clarity, strategy, and support.
Whether you’re just getting started or seeking funding for a complex, collaborative project, we’re available to answer your questions and connect you with tools to move your research forward. Don’t hesitate to email us—we’ll respond during business hours.
Explore the tools and programs below to help identify funding aligned with your research goals.
Resources to find funding
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The central hub for federal research funding across all agencies. Use Grants.gov to search and apply for opportunities from the NIH, NSF, USDA, DoD, and more.
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Discover grants from private foundations, nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic funders. Especially useful for education, community-based, and social science projects.
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UM’s internal seed funding to support early-stage research, creative scholarship, and pilot studies. Open to faculty across disciplines.
