Civic Innovation Grant

Summary:
The Civic Innovation Challenge (CIVIC) is a multi-agency, federal research and action competition aiming to fund research-based, ready-to-implement pilot projects that address community-identified challenges. Projects tackle pressing issues in various domains, including:

• Smart cities and connected communities
• Economic competitiveness and workforce development
• Climate change and resilience
• Social equity and inclusion
• Public health and safety

The program encourages collaboration between researchers, communities, and the private sector to develop and test innovative solutions, ultimately leading to:

• Improved quality of life for citizens
• Enhanced community resilience
• Advancement of research and development

Sponsor:

National Science Foundation (NSF), in partnership with:

• Department of Education (ED)
• Department of Energy (DOE)
• Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
• Department of Transportation (DOT)
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
• National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Eligibility:

• U.S. institutions of higher education (public and private)
• Non-profit organizations
• For-profit organizations (specific restrictions apply)
• Individuals in collaboration with eligible institutions

Benefits:

• Awards up to $1,000,000 for up to three years to implement and evaluate projects
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful solutions for real-world challenges
• Collaboration with diverse stakeholders across sectors
• Visibility and recognition for your work

Deadline:

May 1, 2024

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