Grant Proposal Deadlines |
The dates and information below pertain to requests for grant funding. To learn more about and apply to obtain Golden Retriever Lifetime Study (GRLS) data and/or samples, visit our Golden Retriever Lifetime Study Data & Samples RFP page. ANNUAL RFP UPDATES: 2. All proposal documents can be found within SmartSimple. 3. Wildlife annual health RFPs for EI, FA and PS are Open Topic focused on taxa and rotating on a three-year cycle. |
Request for Proposals Calendar
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| RFP Name | Open Date | Close Date | Topic | Special Considerations | Grant Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canine Annual | Pre-Proposal: March 4, 2026 | April 1, 2026 | Open Topic | Established Investigator, First Award, Pilot Study, Fellowship Training | |
| Mae Assistance Dog | February 25, 2026 | April 29, 2026 | Proposals should focus on strategies that optimize the long-term health, both physical and emotional, and the working lifespan of assistance dogs – service, therapy or facility. | Established Investigator | |
| Veterinary Student Scholars FY27 Round 1 | April 1, 2026 | May 20, 2026 | Open Topic — Canine, Feline, Equid, Wildlife | Veterinary Student Scholar | |
| Equid Annual | Pre-Proposal: May 6, 2026 — Apply Now | Pre-Proposal: June 10, 2026 | Open Topic | Special funding is available for pilot study proposals that focus on improving the lives of horses by increasing our understanding of the behavioral domain. See guidelines for more details. | Established Investigator, First Award, Pilot Study, Fellowship Training |
| Feline Annual | Pre-Proposal: August 26, 2026 | Pre-Proposal: September 30, 2026 | Open Topic | Established Investigator, First Award, Pilot Study, Fellowship Training |
Grant Types
| Grant Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Established Investigator | Established Investigator grants are designed to provide funding for research by individuals and teams with a previous record of research and publication. |
| Pilot Study | Pilot Study grants are designed to provide funding for innovative ideas to accelerate discovery and advance Morris Animal Foundation’s mission. |
| First Award | First Award grants are designed to assist new faculty in establishing a successful research program. |
| Fellowship Training | Fellowship Training grants are designed to assist new investigators in launching a successful research career by providing salary support in a quality mentoring environment. |
| Veterinary Student Scholar | The Veterinary Student Scholars program awards stipends to veterinary students who are selected by their institution to participate in clinical or basic animal health research. |
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