The mission of the Eagles Autism Foundation is to support the highest quality and most impactful autism research and care to improve the lives of affected individuals and families now, as well as foster the acquisition of knowledge, technologies, and discoveries that will bring new opportunities in the future. While we remain steadfast in our commitment to fund the most innovative research, we also recognize the immediate need to serve individuals through the community grant program. Please determine which application you are applying for and follow the specified instructions. Please refer to the designated application link for research (pilot, translational/interdisciplinary and post-doctoral fellowship) or community grant portal below.

Eagles Autism Foundation invites investigators to apply for support of basic and clinical research of Autism Spectrum Disorders. As the Foundation continues to grow, year to year the opportunities and requirements for funding will evolve and have. This year we will invest in early career investigators who are most vulnerable to changes in the current federal research environment including absolute dollars and barriers to funding areas. This year’s funding will support 2-year Pilot Grants (worldwide), 3-year Translational/Interdisciplinary Grants (worldwide), and 2-year Postdoctoral Fellowships. Post-doctoral fellowships are limited to Philadelphia in order to empower the next generation of scientists in our own city.

For Pilot grants, Translational/Interdisciplinary grants and Post-Doctoral Fellowships apply via the link below. Please ensure you are designating the correct type of application.

The purpose of the $5,000-$25,000 community grant is to promote local services that enhance the lives of those affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD), expand the capacity of organizations to effectively serve the ASD community, and increase the services available to individuals with ASD. In order to be eligible to apply, organizations must be a registered 501(c)3 organization in the Philadelphia area that serves a direct need in the autism community. During this application cycle, eligible organizations may submit a proposal for either a program or initiative based project within a specified area of concentration or for a sensory space project. Applicants must select the appropriate category at the time of submission. Each organization is permitted to submit only one grant application per cycle.

Careful consideration will be given to applications that specifically address the needs of underserved communities, which may include non-English speaking populations, and other vulnerable groups. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions or concerns. Application will be available beginning June 2026 and will be due September 7, 2026. Funding notification is projected to be sent February 2027.