SPR Grant Writing 101 Workshop

for Pediatric Researchers 

Applications accepted June 3 through July 31

 

Program Details

Participants will work in small cohorts, each guided by dedicated facilitators who offer personalized feedback throughout the six-month program. Sessions are held monthly and focus on specific sections of the K grant.  

Grant Writing 101 is limited to five participants per cohort to ensure highly individual guidance and meaningful peer collaboration. By the end of the program, each participant will have a complete, polished K award application and a deeper understanding of the grant writing process.

Key Features

  • Step-by-step approach to developing a competitive proposal
  • Facilitator-led guidance with deep experience in reviewing and securing NIH and foundation grants
  • Real-world examples, writing strategies, and discussion
  • Peer review and oral critique of draft materials

This program is ideal for pediatric fellows, postdoctoral researchers, and junior faculty who are preparing to submit a K-level grant application within the next year. 

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be an SPR Emerging to Established (E2E) Member or within 1-2 years of Active SPR Membership
  • Must work and reside in the United States
  • Fellows must provide a letter from their Chair stating that they will be continuing appointment as Instructor or Assistant Professor the same institution
  • Priority will be given to applicants who will be submitting an A0 application for an individual K award (not an institutional K) for June or October 2027 deadlines 
  • NIH resource page for clarity on requirements.

Program Commitment

  • Submit all draft sections and peer reviews on time
  • Attend all scheduled virtual sessions (inpatient service on meeting days is strongly discouraged)
  • Actively engage in discussions and serve as a peer mentor
  • Present a clearly outlined research project
  • Secure a committed mentor at your institution
  • Full participation is required – missed sessions or deadlines may result in dismissal from the program
  • Program will start in January 2027.