Bright Ideas Grants

Funding innovative, community-driven projects that advance osteopathic medicine across Pennsylvania.

The application period for Bright Ideas Grants is closed for 2026–2027. Check back in January/February 2027.

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Important: Decisions issued May 2026 | Projects run July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027

About the Program

What are Bright Ideas Grants?
Supports innovative projects by PA osteopathic students, residents, and physicians.

Who administers it?
POMA Foundation (POMAF).

Eligibility

  • PA osteopathic students
  • Residents
  • Physicians
  • Organizations or practices

Applicants must be based in Pennsylvania or serve PA communities.

Timeline & Deadlines

  • Deadline: March 15, 2026
  • Decisions: May 2026
  • Project Period: July 2026 – June 2027

Grant Types

  • Community-Based Programs
  • Quality Improvement / Education
  • Scholarly Activity

Must align with wellness, technology, education, public health, or osteopathic philosophy.

Funding

  • Typical: $1,000–$2,000
  • Maximum: $5,000

Supports staffing, data, travel, supplies, and project-related costs.

Application

  1. Log into grant portal
  2. Use code: POMAF
  3. Complete application + upload budget

IRB required where applicable.

Selection & Review

  • Community impact
  • Osteopathic alignment
  • Innovation + scalability

Reporting

  • Interim report
  • Final narrative
  • Financial report

POMAF must be acknowledged in publications.

Support & Contact

Program:
Angie Halaja-Henriques
[email protected]

Technical:
[email protected]