This grant program aims to provide the first-ever funding opportunity to the state of Florida for innovative approaches to research and treatment for rare pediatric diseases.
Funding is available exclusively to Florida-based institutions.
These funds will be used to solicit innovative grant funding applications and distribute funds to successful grantees. A total of $500,000 in funding is available for the purpose of awarding a research grant(s) to support innovative research projects.
This funding opportunity marks recurring funds annually for research specific to rare pediatric diseases. New ideas for improving the health and well-being of all children with a rare disease for the purposes of the grant are not defined, but open based on need. The Florida Department of Health is responsible for the procurement process and contractual management.
The program shall provide grants to further the search for cures and treatment, by pursuing the following goals:
- Significantly expand research capacity in Florida
- Investigate novel approaches in research and therapeutics
- Reduce the impact on underserved populations
- Reduce silos through diverse partnerships with nontraditional partners
Grant Management Forms and Resources
Notice for Applications Uploading Documentation
February 29, 2024: No replies will be sent from RequestForApplication@FLHealth.gov in response to general email inquiries.
Responses are not allowed to be sent to persons inquiring about the request for applications (RFA) submission outside of an official question and answer period in the RFA timeline, nor those asking for updates on posted RFAS with “anticipated” posting dates, which will be added to this page once available.
When uploading file(s), applicants must save the session key and/or print it to keep as a confirmation record. To receive confirmation of upload, you may send an email inquiry to RequestForApplication@FLHealth.gov, and attach your session key.
DocuSign Resources and Guidance
Grant Management System (PeerNet)
Required Forms for New Grantees
Required Travel Forms
Tuition Reimbursements and Participant Payments
Additional Resources
Previous Opportunity Announcements
Fiscal Year 2024-25
- Funding Opportunity Announcement,ย Fiscal Year 2024-25