Where can I find government sources of funding for medical research?

For general information on finding funding from governmental organizations, see our FAQ "Where can I find information about government grants?" For information on government funding for medical research, you might begin your prospect research with the following Web sites and print resources:

Web Resources for Medical Research Funding

• The National Institutes of Health has information on grants in the form of fellowships and research projects in the field of biomedicine.

• Office of Minority Health Resource Center, established in 1985 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, exists to promote improved health among minority groups. The site contains OMH funding announcements, a database of funding and grant resources to help support minority health projects, requests for proposals, requests for applications, and listings of internships, scholarships, awards, and program announcements.

• The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Center for Faith-Based and Community Initiatives provides funding and information focusing on faith-based initiatives as part of the White House's Office of Faith-Based & Community Initiatives.

• Disability Resources Monthly (DRM) Guide to Disability Resources on the Internet lists healthcare funding from government sources for individuals, nonprofits and researchers.

• National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Funding Opportunities features grant and contract announcements and research opportunities.

Print Resources for Medical Research Funding

• Falkenstein, Jeffrey A. (ed.) National Guide to Funding in Health. 9th ed. New York, NY: Foundation Center, 2005. Provides information on 9,373 foundations, 398 direct corporate giving programs, and 1,767 public charities (including 385 community foundations) that have demonstrated a substantial interest in health-related programs, services, or research. Approximately 21,719 health-related grants are listed for 755 foundations; these grants represent over $3.4 billion in support to this category.

• Directory of Biomedical and Health Care Grants. 20th ed. Phoenix, AZ: Oryx Press, 2005. Contains descriptions of more than 2,800 health-related funding programs. Areas covered include clinical and programmatic studies in gerontology and mental health; clinical studies of the cause, detection, and elimination of cancer; health care delivery and maintenance; and studies of infectious and immunologic diseases, including programs researching all areas related to AIDS.

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