Apply for a 2026-2027 NAA Aphasia Research Grant

The National Aphasia Association (NAA) supports research that improves the lives of people living with aphasia and their families. We encourage applications that reflect meaningful, real-world impact and patient-centered outcomes. Please email research@aphasia.org with any questions.

All applications must be submitted by July 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET).

NAA Research Grant Application

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Which grant are you applying for? *

• Barbara Martin Aphasia Research Grant
• Outdrive Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Research Grant

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• Clinical Research
• Rehabilitation / Intervention
• Assessment / Measurement
• Lived Experience / Quality of Life
• Health Equity
• Community-Based Research
• Primary Progressive Aphasia
• Other

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Project Details

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Aphasia Impact Statement: How will this project improve the lives of people living with aphasia or PPA? How does this project reflect patient-centered or real-world outcomes? *

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• I confirm that this proposal represents original work
• I confirm this project is not currently funded by another external grant
• I confirm the project can be completed within one year
• I understand that indirect costs are not allowed
• I agree to provide mid-year and final reports if awarded

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