University Centers for Developmental Disabilities in Educaction, Research, and Service

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is forecasting FY 2026 funding to award up to 42 five‑year grants to University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service (UCEDDs). Grants support four core functions: interdisciplinary education and training, community service and technical assistance, research, and dissemination of information. Eligible entities are existing UCEDD grantees that received five‑year core funds in FY 2022; foreign entities are ineligible. Each award is expected to be between $619,042 and $629,042, with total estimated funding of $26.4 million. The grant period begins July 1 2027 and runs for five years, covering federal share of program administration and operations. • Federal grant (FY 2026) for up to 42 UCEDD entities • Five‑year award term, $619‑$629 k per award (total $26.4 M) • Core functions: education/training, community services, research, dissemination • Eligibility: current UCEDD grantees (FY 2022 awardees); U.S. public or non‑profit entities only • Application window opens 2026‑10‑26, closes 2027‑02‑01; award expected 2027‑07‑01 • Contact: Jack M Brandt, (202) 795‑7578, [email protected]