The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation is interested in innovative and evidence-based research grants that address urgent health issues, health inequities, social determinants of health and healthcare access, quality and cost.
This grant program provides seed money to Michigan physicians who want to explore the merits of a particular, evidence-based research idea through pilot studies, feasibility studies or small research projects.
This award offers up to $10,000 in funding.
We accept applications from physicians based in Michigan. Their organizations must be non-profit.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan employees and their immediate family members are ineligible. Employees of any BCBSM affiliate and their immediate family members also are ineligible.
All deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. Applications are reviewed up to the date indicated, which is when the board meets for discussion. After the application is reviewed at our board meeting, applicants will receive an email with the funding decision within 10 business days.
Winter Schedule
Concept Paper Due
Nov. 14, 2022
Applications Accepted Until
Jan. 11, 2023
Applications Reviewed
April 19, 2023
Spring Schedule
Concept Paper Due
Feb. 13, 2023
Applications Accepted Until
April 12, 2023
Applications Reviewed
July 26, 2023
Summer Schedule
Concept Paper Due
June 5, 2023
Applications Accepted Until
Aug. 2, 2023
Applications Reviewed
Nov. 15, 2023
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Nov. 14, 2022 | Jan. 11, 2023 | April 19, 2023 |
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Feb. 13, 2023 | April 12, 2023 | July 26, 2023 |
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June 5, 2023 | Aug. 2, 2023 | Nov. 15, 2023 |
The application process is comprehensive, so it helps to understand what's involved at the outset of applying. Here is what you will be expected to deliver if your concept paper is approved and you move onto the proposal process.
Your proposal package narrative should range between 2,000-4,500 words and include the following sections:
Please use AMA 10th Edition or APA 7th edition citation style. Citations do not count towards the recommended word count.
Other materials you'll be expected to deliver or review, sign and submit:
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