# Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18)

The goal of this NOFO is to fund veterinary diagnostic laboratories in the Vet-LIRN network for grants associated with projects and equipment. Specific objectives include: 1. Supporting the development, adaptation, or verification/validation of new methods associated with animal food issues or antimicrobial resistance. 2. Short-term surveillance or monitoring efforts aligned with the CVM mission. 3. Supporting equipment for testing or developing tests associated with animal food-related issues or antimicrobial resistance, including those for emerging technologies. 4. Developing projects related to antimicrobial stewardship, in alignment with CVM's key initiatives in this area. 5. Contributin...

Canonical page: https://grantsonar.com/grants/opportunity/vet-lirn-capacity-building-project-and-equipment-grants-u18-5417ab80-dbc6-44ce-a265-e230dd4d87cb
Source: grants_gov
Source ID: 347990
Last confirmed Oct 13, 2026 · Grants.gov
Deadline: September 4, 2028
Award size: not disclosed

## Answer-first Q&A

### Who is eligible for Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18)?

Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18) eligibility includes eligible applicants named in the notice. Geographic eligibility is national or notice-specific geography; applicants should confirm the source notice before applying.

### What is the deadline for Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18)?

Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18) has a listed deadline of September 4, 2028. Grant deadlines can change, so verify the current date with Food and Drug Administration before submitting.

### How much funding is available for Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18)?

Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18) lists an award size of not disclosed. Award ranges and total program funding are reported from the source metadata when available.

### Who funds Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18)?

Vet-LIRN Capacity-Building Project and Equipment Grants (U18) is funded by Food and Drug Administration. GrantSonar tracks the notice with source ID 347990 from grants_gov.