Department of Defense Grants
MissionProviding the military forces needed to deter war and ensure our nation's security.
The Department of Defense (DOD) funds research and development grants spanning basic science, applied research, and advanced technology development with defense applications. Major DOD funding agencies include the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), the Office of Naval Research (ONR), the Army Research Office (ARO), and the Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR). DOD grants support universities, small businesses, and research institutions working on technologies ranging from artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to materials science and medical research for service members.
Funding Pattern
TimingDOD Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) are posted year-round with rolling deadlines. SBIR/STTR solicitations typically open three times per year.