Elder Justice Innovation Grants FY2027
Forecast
Administration for Community Living plans to offer grants of up to $500,000 (at least $250,000) to any type of organization. It expects to make about 10 awards worth $3.5 million in total. It is a forecast: the notice is expected around March 15, 2027, with applications due around May 17, 2027.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed October 19, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceiling$500,000
- Award floor$250,000
- Expected awards10
- Total funding$3.5 million
- Cost sharingRequired
- Funding typeCooperative Agreement
Key dates
| Forecast posted | October 19, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Expected posting | March 15, 2027 |
| Expected deadline | May 17, 2027 |
| Expected award date | August 18, 2027 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to any type of organization.
- Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"
Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement.
Is this a realistic fit?
- The notice requires cost sharing or matching funds, so you must contribute part of the project cost.
What the grant funds
The purpose of the EJIG program is to support the development and advancement of new and emerging approaches to issues related to elder justice. Funded projects will contribute to the improvement of the field of elder abuse prevention and intervention by developing materials, programs, etc. that can be widely disseminated and/or replicated, or by establishing and/or contributing to the evidence-base of knowledge.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov and the agency's announcement. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
- Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
- Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.
Questions go to Kari Benson, AoA.oaa@acl.hhs.gov, 202-401-4634.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for Elder Justice Innovation Grants FY2027?
Administration for Community Living accepts applications from any type of organization. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for Elder Justice Innovation Grants FY2027?
Expected deadline May 17, 2027. Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $500,000 each. About $3.5 million in total across about 10 awards.
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