Thank you for your interest in the StARS Center’s Dementia Care Innovation Grants!

Our next cycle of grant funding will open in mid-January 2026.

The StARS Center is funded by the National Institute on Aging (U54AG089300) to 1) advance the understanding of integrated/coordinated dementia care programs within states; 2) assist states and state organizations to examine and advance the accessibility, affordability, effectiveness and reach of integrated/coordinated dementia care services; and 3) promote the use and sharing of data on states’ dementia services, thereby making it easier for states to learn from each other.

One of the StARS Center’s functions is to support dementia care innovation projects. In 2026, we will fund up to 2 projects (i.e., Dementia Care Innovation Grants). Available funding includes up to $110,000 in total costs per project (including direct and indirect costs). Funded projects will also receive support from StARS Center scientists and research staff through monthly virtual meetings, direct consultations, and feedback on interim results and study progress.

More information about the Dementia Care Innovation Grants, including eligibility, potential project topics, and details about the application process, will be posted in January 2026. A template will also be available to help you prepare your Letter of Intent.