The 2025 cycle of Research Grant proposal applications are now closed. Notification of funding will occur March 2025.

The purpose of the APTA Academy of Leadership & Innovation Research Grant Program is to stimulate, encourage, and support research studies by ALI members that enhance the body of knowledge related to one or more of Academy’s mission and areas of focus to optimize the value of physical therapy and progress equity in health. The Research Grant is intended to support emerging investigators or senior investigators embarking on a new research agenda. A list of previous recipients and description of selected projects is available.

Grant applicants are encouraged to watch the free webinar entitled “What Do I need to Know to Get a Poster, Platform, or Grant Proposal Accepted by APTA Academy of Leadership and Innovation?” prior to submitting their proposal.

Application Procedure:

• Please review the guidelines for submitting research proposals for the 2025 cycle of the Research Grant program.
• Submit the Research Grant Application form below.
• Proposal deadline: Midnight, December 31

ALI members receiving funding from this grant will be expected to report their findings at an APTA Combined Sections Meeting within three years of receipt of funding and serve a three-year term on the Academy Research Committee beginning in February of the year following the grant award. For further information you may contact the Research Committee Chair.