Maryland Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics

Nutrition Education Grants: Pediatric Nutrition and GI Nutrition Education – Applications Due November 2

Open to US-based chapters only.

The AAP Chapter Block Grants Nutrition Education Program, sponsored by Abbott, will offer 2 separate nutrition education grants for 2027. See grant details below. Applications for both grants are due by Monday, November 2, 2026. Chapters may apply for both grants but will only be awarded one.

• Pediatric Nutrition Session
  A total of 8 chapters will be awarded $5,000 each to host a pediatric nutrition session in 2027. Review the call for applications 
• GI Nutrition Education Session
  Two chapters will be awarded $4,500 each to host a GI nutrition education session in 2027. Review the call for applications

Chapter members interested in a grant opportunity should review the grant requirements and email a brief, one-page letter of interest to Nellie Power at executivedirector@mdaap.org, with the subject “Chapter Grant Letter of Interest”. The letter should include a project summary, the names and credentials of the chapter member applicants, and a brief description of how the funds would be used. The proposed budget should allocate 5–10% for Chapter staff time and resources, depending on the administrative support needed.