Synopsis

The RDI grant program is designed to provide HBCUs and TCCUs with funds to implement transformational investments in research infrastructure, including research productivity, faculty expertise, graduate programs, physical infrastructure, human capital development, and partnerships leading to increases in external and sustained funding.
Response Date	Jun 23, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Posting Date	May 21, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Archive Date	Jul 23, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Award Ceiling	5,000,000
Award Floor	2,000,000
Cost Sharing	No

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants	Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Private institutions of higher education, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Additional Info on Eligibility:	See the ANI for specific eligibility requirements.

Additional Information

Agency Name	Office of Postsecondary Education
Link to Additional Information:	N/a
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk Phone: 202-693-2606

CFDA Program(s)

• 84.116: Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education