Apply for Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE)

Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE) is a Washington Headquarters Services grant providing between $50,000,000 and $150,000,000. Applications are due 2026-08-17 (open).

How to apply for Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE)

1. Confirm your organization is eligible for Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE) from Washington Headquarters Services, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
2. Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
3. Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
4. Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Washington Headquarters Services before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE)?

Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE) is offered by Washington Headquarters Services and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE) provide?

Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE) provides between $50M and $150M per award from Washington Headquarters Services. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE) deadline?

Applications for Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE) are due 2026-08-17 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Washington Headquarters Services, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE)?

To apply for Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE), confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Washington Headquarters Services.