Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program
Forecast
Health Resources and Services Administration plans to offer grants of up to $500,000 (at least $250,000) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. It expects to make about 8 awards worth $3.9 million in total. It is a forecast: the notice is expected around March 30, 2027, with applications due around May 25, 2027.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed August 13, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceiling$500,000
- Award floor$250,000
- Expected awards8
- Total funding$3.9 million
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeGrant
Key dates
| Forecast posted | August 13, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Expected posting | March 30, 2027 |
| Expected deadline | May 25, 2027 |
| Expected award date | August 1, 2027 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses.
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
Successful applications must target populations located in the states cited in the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act.
Is this a realistic fit?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
This program supports organizations to screen and educate people exposed to radiation related to the mining of uranium and U.S. testing of nuclear weapons.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov. 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 Sachi Khushu, FORHPRESEP@hrsa.gov, 301-443-2466.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program?
Health Resources and Services Administration accepts applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program?
Expected deadline May 25, 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 $3.9 million in total across about 8 awards.
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