Product roadmap
This project is transparent, iterative, and agile. All of the code we're writing is open source and our roadmap is public. See what we're building and prioritizing.
What we're working on
Beta launch of Simpler Search on Grants.gov
New opportunities for open-source collaboration
An 'Apply' workflow pilot
SOAP Proxy for the 'Apply' workflow
User research on permissions
Automated API key management
What we've delivered
Early 2025
Simpler application workflow prototype
We created a comprehensive service blueprint showing how the existing Grants.gov application process could be simplified. Then, we prototyped an application form with persistent data storage and scoped a pilot for a small subset of opportunities.
Full support for opportunity page attachments (NOFOs/downloads)
The opportunity listings on Simpler.Grants.gov now show all of the information and file attachments available on Grants.gov. Design updates made the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) easier to access.
Authentication via Login.gov
Finalizing authentication enabled grant seekers to create an account using Login.gov’s single sign-on platform. This move reduced the steps and friction users experience when signing up.
Search & opportunity page improvements
Applying feedback from the community, we iterated on improvements that made it easier to adjust search filter criteria, share search results, and save relevant results and opportunities.
RESTful API launch
Our new modern API makes grants opportunity data more accessible, with an API‑first approach that prioritizes data and ensures that the Grants.gov website, 3rd‑party apps, and other services can more easily access grants data.
Coding Challenge pilot
We're excited to announce the successful pilot of the Collaborative Coding Challenge, which laid the groundwork for a scalable framework to support future open-source contributions. This event was conducted in a fully remote environment to bring together participants who engaged in innovative problem-solving and collaboration.
Search UI usability test
We've conducted sessions with grant seekers, grantors, and HHS staff to test the new design. This study revealed findings and uncovered tangible issues to be resolved in the next Search UI iteration.
Opportunity page launch
You can now view opportunity details on Simpler.Grants.gov, with action-oriented information in the right column and detailed content on the left. With this new design, grant seekers can make faster, more informed decisions about opportunities.
First Co-Design Group recruitment
We've recruited a cohort of community members with lived experience using Grants.gov to participate in the design process. Through a long-term engagement, these co-designers will ensure what we build delivers the most value to grant seekers who struggle most with the grants experience.
Search interface launch
Simpler.Grants.gov now has improved search capabilities that make it easier to find funding opportunities published by Grants.gov.
How we work
With each iteration of Simpler.Grants.gov, you'll be able to try out functional software and give us feedback on what works and what can be improved to inform what happens next.
Transparent
We’re building a simpler Grants.gov in the open. All of the code we're writing is open source and our roadmap is public.
Iterative
We continuously release features, refining the product with each cycle based on public input. Email your feedback and suggestions to simpler@grants.gov.
Agile
We swiftly adapt to changing priorities and requirements based on the feedback we receive.
