SPR Grant Writing 101 Workshop

for Pediatric Researchers 

Applications accepted Feb 10 through Mar 10

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 February or June 2027 deadlines 

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