Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Other Related Disabilities (LEND)

Eligible applicants include public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and institutions of higher education located in the 50 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau. For specific eligibility requirements and any additional criteria, consult the official LEND program website.

LEND grants provide funding ranging from $460,000 to $734,000 per award. The exact amount awarded may vary based on the scope of the proposed training program, institutional capacity, and available federal funding. Contact the administering agency for details on current funding levels.

Applications for LEND are typically submitted through the federal grants portal. Applicants should develop a comprehensive proposal that outlines their training program design, faculty qualifications, curriculum, and evaluation methods. The next application deadline is July 10, 2026. Prospective applicants should review the official LEND program announcement and application guidelines on the funding agency's website for complete submission requirements, allowable costs, and evaluation criteria.

LEND funding supports the development and implementation of training programs for health and related professionals. Grants typically fund curriculum development, faculty training, trainee scholarships, program administration, and evaluation activities. The funding enables institutions to create interdisciplinary training experiences that improve professionals' competence in screening, diagnosing, and providing services to children and youth with autism and developmental disabilities. For a detailed list of allowable and unallowable expenses, refer to the official program guidelines.