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Caregiver AI Challenge

Caregiver AI Challenge Phase 1 — Track 2

Funds United States teams designing AI tools that strengthen the direct-care workforce through ACL's Caregiver AI Challenge.

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The Administration for Community Living runs Track 2 of the Caregiver AI Challenge as a COMPETES Act prize competition for AI tools that extend and strengthen the direct-care workforce. Phase 1 asks applicants to outline an AI-driven solution for organizations that make it easier for caregivers to provide care.

A maximum of ten Track 2 Phase 1 applications can receive up to USD 100,000 each. ACL

Phase 1 design proposals for AI-enabled tools that create efficiencies to extend and strengthen the direct-care workforce.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Prize
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: acl.gov