Social Security Research and Demonstration

Social Security Administration

(1) To conduct social, economic, and demographic research on topics important to the Social Security Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs and the current and future well-being of their beneficiaries; (2) to develop and carry out experiments and research demonstration projects to determine the efficacy of: (a) alternative ways of rehabilitating beneficiaries and encouraging their return to work; and (b) modifying conditions applicable to such

Jargon-free version

Helps researchers and practitioners learn about Social Security programs and their impacts. Provides training and information to improve understanding of disability and income support systems.

Quick Facts

Funding
$1,890 - $184,500
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Research & Innovation Partnerships
Organization
Social Security Administration

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What Is This Program?

Research information is disseminated to policymakers, stakeholders and the general public. We provide training and education to scholars and practitioners interested in various topics related to Social Security's Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income programs, disability, rehabilitation and work.

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🏆 Detailed Application Guide

📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply
  • Check eligibility for benefits
  • Get a benefits estimate
  • Submit application
🌐Application Portal
http://www.ssa.gov/manage-benefits
📤Submission Method
online
🔄Intake Type
fixed-deadline

📄What Documents Are Required?

Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
  • indirect cost rate agreement
  • IRB approval letter
  • environmental review
📐Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB
✉️Supporting Letters
Letters of support/reference are required.

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💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

🔍Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards in a fiscal year
🗄️Record Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

Brenda.monch@ssa.gov
4109659521

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This program offers funding up to $184,500 (minimum $1,890).

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