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Unsolicited proposals

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While RWJF awards most of its grants through calls for proposals (CFPs), we also award grants in response to unsolicited proposals through our Pioneer Portfolio.

The RWJF Pioneer Portfolio accepts unsolicited proposals for projects that pursue innovative approaches to solving problems in health and health care. We welcome proposals at any time and issue awards throughout the year. There are no deadlines. We encourage you to submit your idea to the Pioneer Portfolio following the submission instructions below. The Foundation no longer accepts unsolicited proposals for the Childhood Obesity, Coverage, Human Capital, Public Health, Quality/Equality or Vulnerable Populations Program areas.

Criteria for Unsolicited Proposals to the Pioneer Portfolio

The most promising unsolicited proposals will:

  • address the strategic objectives of the Pioneer Portfolio
  • be innovative with potential to offer breakthrough solutions
  • be best suited for funding through RWJF—rather than through local, public or private sources of funding
  • be sustainable without relying on ongoing RWJF funding
  • show potential for measurable impact and meaningful change

If you meet these criteria, refer to the How to Apply section for additional information.

Questions?

If you have any questions, or need additional information, please contact our Office of Proposal Management via email or at (877) 843-RWJF (7953), Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time.

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