NINR Mentoring Resources and Activities

The National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has issued a forecast notice for a forthcoming funding opportunity titled "NINR Mentoring Resources and Activities". This initiative aligns with NIH’s commitment to strengthening the biomedical research workforce, specifically through mentoring and career development support aimed at nurse scientists. This funding opportunity is discretionary and is designed to support projects that provide structured, hands-on research and career mentoring experiences. The core objective is to enhance the professional development of nurse scientists and increase the number of nurse researchers with active NIH-funded projects. Applicants are expected to design mentoring frameworks that are evidence-based, inclusive, and focused on long-term career sustainability. Although specific funding amounts and award ceilings are not disclosed in this forecast, it is classified under the funding activity category of "Health" and is supported through grant instruments. The initiative will be governed by Assistance Listing 93.361, which corresponds to Nursing Research. Eligibility is broad, encompassing a wide range of organizations. Eligible applicants include public and private institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments and organizations, small businesses, nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status, public housing authorities, county governments, and independent school districts. There are no matching or cost-sharing requirements for this opportunity. The estimated timeline for the funding cycle begins with a posting date on January 27, 2026. Applications will be due by April 27, 2026, with award notifications expected by September 1, 2026. The funded projects are also anticipated to start on September 1, 2026. As this is a forecast, these dates may be subject to change upon the official release of the Notice of Funding Opportunity. For additional inquiries, applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Bill Duval at the National Institute of Nursing Research. He can be reached at 301-435-0380 or via email at bill.duval@nih.gov. Further updates and the full NOFO will be published on Grants.gov as the estimated post date approaches.