# A Holistic Approach to Study Non-Addictive Natural Products for Pain Management (PAR-28-009)

**Plain-English Eligibility Score:** 73/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | PAR-28-009 |
| Title | A Holistic Approach to Study Non-Addictive Natural Products for Pain Management |
| Agency | National Institutes of Health |
| Status | forecasted |
| Posted / open date | 2026-04-22 |
| Close date | Estimated 2027-05-25 |
| Award ceiling | n/a |
| Award floor | n/a |
| Estimated total funding | n/a |
| Funding category | Health |
| Eligible applicants | Small businesses; City or township governments; Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification); Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); Private institutions of higher education; For profit organizations other than small businesses; Independent school districts; Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; State governments; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; County governments; Special district governments |
| Eligibility notes | Other Eligible ApplicantsIndian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized);Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government;U.S. Territory or Possession;Faith-based or Community-based Organizations;Regional Organizations;Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions). |
| CFDA / Assistance listing | 93.473 |
| Summary | The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to support collaborative interdisciplinary research that advances foundational understanding of non-addictive natural products for chronic pain management through a holistic, system-oriented approach. This initiative aligns with the NIH Helping to End Addiction Long-term (HEAL) Initiative by promoting safe, non-addictive, and prevention-oriented strategies for pain relief. Chronic pain affects tens of millions of adults in the United States, contributing to disability, diminished quality of life, and significant healthcare costs. Despite widespread public use of natu |
| Agency contact | NCCIHDERFunding@nih.gov |

## Why this score
- Small businesses are listed as eligible applicants.
- Nonprofits are listed as eligible applicants.
- Forecasted: you can prepare before the notice is posted.

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