Apply for Grants

Step 1: Download a Grant Application Package

• Downloading a grant application package allows you to complete it offline and route it through your organization for review before submitting.
• You will need the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) and/or CFDA number of the desired grant. To search for this FON and/or CFDA information, click here.
• In order to view the downloaded application package, you will need to install the PureEdge Viewer (Windows EXE File) and Adobe Reader. There are basic system requirements for using the PureEdge Viewer and there are basic system requirements [EXIT Disclaimer] for Adobe Reader. If you are a non-Windows user, please refer to this support page.
  
  *Grants.gov recommends downloading both PureEdge and compatible version of Adobe Reader to seamlessly apply for grants. Grants.gov is currently transitioning to phase out of PureEdge software to using Adobe Reader software exclusively. For a period of time applicants will still be able to use PureEdge as it is applicable.

Step 2: Complete the Grant Application Package

• Now that you have finished Step 1, complete the grant application offline.
• Instructions on how to open and use the forms in the package are on the application package cover sheet. You will also have access to agency application instructions, which will include what is required for your submission.
• Save changes to your application as you go. Grants.gov does NOT automatically save changes.
• The package cannot be submitted until all required fields have been completed.
• View a narrated tutorial on how to complete a grant application package using PureEdge Viewer.
• View a narrated tutorial on how to complete a grant application package using Adobe Reader.
• If you're having problems completing the package, view our Frequently Asked Questions.

Step 3: Submit the Completed Grant Application Package

• Click the submit button located at the top of the application package cover page. It will not be live until you have:
  • completed all required forms
  • attached all required documents
  • saved your application package
• If the Submit button is active and you are still unable to submit the application, make sure that your computer meets the system requirements and you have the latest version of the PureEdge Viewer PureEdge Viewer and Adobe Reader.
• Review the summary to confirm the application will be submitted to the correct program. Click "Yes" if this information is correct.
• If you are not already connected to the Internet, you will be directed to do so and will need to log in to Grants.gov using your username and password.
• After you have clicked the "Sign and Submit" button on the summary page, your application package will automatically be uploaded to Grants.gov.
• A confirmation screen will appear once the upload is complete. A Grants.gov tracking number will be provided at the bottom of this screen, as well as the submission's official date and time. Record the tracking number so that you may refer to it should you need to contact us for support.
• If you are using a dial-up modem, it may take several minutes for the application to upload and be submitted. A high-speed Internet connection or DSL connection will process the application much faster.

Step 4: Track the Status of a Submitted Grant Application Package

• Once your application has been submitted, you can check the status on the Track Your Application page. You can identify your application by CFDA Number, Funding Opportunity Number, Competition ID, and/or Grants.gov Tracking Number.