Alzheimer's & Dementia Research Grants

Last updated October 15, 2026

Grantable tracks 120 active alzheimer's & dementia research grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 6 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 57 list an award amount, with a median of $150K.

Grants tracked: 120; from 61 funders
Median award: $150K; middle half $44K–$600K
Total listed funding: $41.4M; across 57 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 0; 9 with a published date

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GEAR 2.0 Pilot Project Grant Emergency Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Our mission is to promote education and research that: The Emergency Medicine Foundation strives to be the principal sponsor of scientifically rigorous research and education that improves the care of the acutely ill and injured.	Not published	Varies
HFC Caregiver Respite Program - Adult Day Center Respite Grant Hilarity for Charity Inc · Foundation Not published · 24 days of professional Adult Day Center care Cover the cost of professional Adult Day Center care so caregivers can take time for themselves while ensuring quality care for their loved one with dementia. Eligibility Requirements - Must answer YES to ALL:	Not published	24 days of professional Adult Day Center care
US Early Detection Fellowship Program Davos Alzheimer's Collaborative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Dementia Grant (Regional and Local) Central Minnesota Council on Aging Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Wallerstein Foundation Grant Wallerstein Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wallerstein Foundation for Geriatric Life Improvement is dedicated to enhancing the lives of elderly individuals through targeted support for non-profit organizations.	Not published	Varies
The NIA Genetics of Alzheimer's Disease Data Storage Site (NIAGADS) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute on Aging (NIA) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications to develop, operate, and sustain a cloud-based data storage and computing platform that democratizes access to…	Forecast	Varies
Alzheimer’s Association and ASNR Imaging Research Grant Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $200K The Alzheimer’s Association and ASNR Imaging Research Grant focuses on advancing imaging research in Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases.	Not published	$200K
Functional Target Validation for Alzheimer's Disease-Related Dementias National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $1,800,000 total The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) is interested in supporting ambitious research projects that propose comprehensive functional validation of newly identified therapeutic target candidates for Alzheimer’s…	Forecast	$1,800,000 total
Illuminating AD/ADRD Genome to Enable Precision Genomic Medicine National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute on Aging (NIA) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications that propose a program that supports integrative, cross-disciplinary projects aimed at scaling up mechanistic studies…	Forecast	Varies
Connection, Assistance, Resources and Education Grant for Dementia Caregivers in DC (CARE DC) District of Columbia Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $70K – $80K The Connection, Assistance, Resources and Education Grant for Dementia Caregivers in DC (CARE DC) aims to enhance the quality of life for dementia caregivers by establishing a coordinated network of resources.	Not published	$70K – $80K
RFP- Neuroimaging and CSF Biomarker Program Grant Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $600K The RFP from the Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation aims to develop crucial biomarkers for Alzheimer's and related dementias. Key focuses include creating novel PET ligands, supporting CSF biomarkers, and validating MRI techniques.	Not published	Up to $600K
Joseph H. Stahlberg Foundation Grant Stahlberg Joseph H Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $30K The Joseph H. Stahlberg Foundation, honoring its founder's legacy, offers grants to 501(c)(3) organizations engaged in medical, psychiatric, or psychological research, particularly focusing on dementia, autism, and Alzheimer’s disease.	Not published	$15K – $30K
Jay L. Smith Family Foundation Grants Jay L Smith Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The deadline for this Application is the 31st day of December of the year preceding the_ _year of the grant requested._ In 2012, the current Board of Directors of the Jay L. Smith Family Foundation envisioned helping others by…	Not published	Varies
Innovations in Alzheimer’s Caregiving Awards Grant Family Caregiver Alliance · Foundation Not published · $20K The Innovations in Alzheimer’s Caregiving Awards, overseen by the Family Caregiver Alliance, recognize organizations that enhance support for family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.	Not published	$20K
The Rainwater Prize - Breakthrough Prize for Effective Treatments in PSP Grant Rainwater Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2M – $10M The Rainwater Prize, established in 2018, aims to advance research in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly PSP.	Not published	$2M – $10M
Alzheimer’s Association Clinician Scientist Fellowship for All (AACSFA) Grant Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $230K The Alzheimer’s Association Clinician Scientist Fellowship for All (AACSFA) aims to support the training of clinician scientists in Alzheimer’s and other dementias.	Not published	Up to $230K
Long Term Care and Dementia Care Navigation (LTCDCN) Maryland Department of Aging · State Not published · Varies Long Term Care and Dementia Care Navigation (LTCDCN) enhances or adapts existing AAA programming—such as Maryland Access Point, National Family Caregiver Support Program, Health Promotion, state-funded Long-Term Services and Supports, to…	Not published	Varies
Dementia CAReS Grants for American Indian and Alaska Native Communities FORECAST US Dept. of Health & Human Services: Indian Health Service · Foundation Not published · $750K The Dementia CAReS Grants aim to enhance the lives of American Indian and Alaska Native communities affected by dementia.	Not published	$750K
RFP: Accelerating Drug Discovery For Frontotemporal Degeneration Grant Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300K – $350K The Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation (ADDF) seeks innovative proposals to accelerate drug development for frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a condition lacking FDA-approved treatments.	Not published	$300K – $350K
RIF: Grants from Specialized Health Funds The Rhode Island Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Rhode Island Foundation's Specialized Health Funds program, starting in 2025, will consolidate several funds to support nonprofit organizations addressing health needs in Rhode Island.	Not published	$10K – $50K
WAM Research Grant Program A Woman's Nation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Anne & Irving Brodsky Innovation Grant Alzheimer's Foundation of America Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K The Anne & Irving Brodsky Innovation Grant, offered by the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, provides $25,000 to support innovative programs that enhance the lives of individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease and related conditions.	Not published	$25K
Conference Funding Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation is to rapidly accelerate the development of drugs to prevent, treat and cure Alzheimer's disease.	Not published	Varies
Dementia Respite Grant Council on Aging for Southeastern · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dementia Respite Grant provides financial assistance to unpaid caregivers of individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's Disease to help them access respite care and support services.	Not published	Varies

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About alzheimer's & dementia grants

Alzheimer's and dementia grants fund research into causes, treatment, and prevention, as well as programs that support people living with dementia and their caregivers. The Alzheimer's Association is the world's largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research, and the National Institute on Aging at NIH is the leading federal funder. Grants span basic discovery science, clinical studies, and care- and support-focused programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do alzheimer's & dementia research grants award?

Of the 120 alzheimer's & dementia research grants Grantable lists as of October 15, 2026, 57 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $150K, and the middle half fall between $44K and $600K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most alzheimer's & dementia research grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Institutes of Health (26), Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders Association Inc (13), Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation (7), Alzheimer's Foundation of America Inc (5), and American Academy of Neurology Institute (3). In all, 61 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are alzheimer's & dementia research grants due?

Of 120 grants listed, 9 have a published upcoming deadline, 20 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 91 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for Alzheimer's and dementia work?

Funding supports research that advances understanding, treatment, and prevention of Alzheimer's and related dementias, as well as programs that improve care and support for people with dementia and their families. The Alzheimer's Association funds a wide range of projects, from basic discovery science to studies on social, behavioral, and care-related aspects of the disease, offering multiple funding opportunities throughout the year.

Who funds Alzheimer's and dementia research?

The Alzheimer's Association is the largest private nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research, having awarded thousands of grants since 1982 and currently supporting more than a thousand active projects worldwide. The National Institute on Aging at NIH is the dominant federal funder of dementia research. Other disease and aging foundations also support targeted research and care initiatives.

Are these grants only for researchers?

Research grants make up much of this funding and typically support investigators at universities and medical institutions. However, funding also exists for care, support, and community programs that help people living with dementia and their caregivers, often available to nonprofits and service organizations. Confirm whether an opportunity targets research or programs, since eligibility and required credentials differ significantly between the two.

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