$19 Billion in Federal Grant Terminations Tracked by GrantExec
Between 2017 and 2025, the Trump Administration oversaw the termination of nearly 700 federal grant programs totaling over $19 billion in funding, according to GrantExec co-founders Ryan Alcorn and Zoe Kendall. This figure represents more than 40% of the federal grants market and includes a wide range of programs across agencies such as USAID, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
USAID alone saw $5.4 billion in terminated programs, HUD lost approximately $4 billion, and HHS experienced the cancellation of over 200 programs. These terminations spanned fields including science, health, education, and environmental services. Additionally, GrantExec identified another $40 billion in previously awarded grants that have since been revoked. This includes over 15,000 individual grant awards, some of which were already partially disbursed and in active use by recipients.
The interview with Federal Drive host Terry Gerton also revealed that the tracking of these terminated or revoked grants has been complicated by inconsistent communication from federal agencies. Some grant opportunities disappeared from websites like Grants.gov without public notice or documentation. Others were marked as archived or expired, often with vague references to shifting priorities or executive directives. In several instances, program terminations could only be confirmed by reviewing version histories or contacting grant officers directly.
Kendall explained that these irregularities followed the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) memo dated January 27, which initiated many of the terminations. Since DOGE (the centralized federal grants management office) assumed control of Grants.gov, many postings have become more difficult to track or verify. Some programs were removed entirely without record, while others were edited or closed ahead of schedule.
In response, GrantExec has published a public dashboard tracking the status of affected grant programs. The tool is updated regularly and includes direct outreach to federal program officers when needed. Grantees and applicants are encouraged to consult GrantExec.com for updates and to contact program officers or agency help desks directly for clarification.
The report also notes a reduction in the overall federal grants market. From a high of $80 billion in open opportunities in early 2025, the figure has dropped to under $50 billion. This comes despite federal legislation during the Biden Administration—including the CHIPS Act, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and Inflation Reduction Act—which introduced $300 billion in new funding opportunities to be disbursed through 2030.
GrantExec’s data collection began in 2022 and continues to track both canceled and revoked funding across federal agencies. Affected organizations include universities, state health departments, local governments, nonprofits, and USAID grantees. Many recipients have been seeking alternative funding sources, including private foundations and local or state programs.
Disclaimer: This blog post is a factual summary based on an interview published by Federal News Network. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Readers should consult official sources or the original publication to verify the data presented.