Federal Spending Report — 2026-06-01

Federal Agencies Obligate $9.7M Across 36 Awards in June 2026

The federal government distributed $9.7 million across 36 awards in June 2026, with 10 agencies funneling resources primarily toward research institutions and universities. The spending reflects a continued emphasis on scientific and medical research, with grant funding accounting for 95 percent of total obligations.

The largest single awards went to three prestigious research institutions, each receiving $1.1 million. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Massachusetts and Beckman Research Institute of the City of Hope in California both received Department of Defense grants, while Michigan State University secured funding from the Department of Health and Human Services. These three awards represent roughly one-third of the month's total spending. Oklahoma State University followed with a $750,000 agriculture grant, and the University of Rhode Island received $698,000 from the National Science Foundation.

Among the 33 unique contractors receiving funds, all top five were research-focused institutions, underscoring the government's prioritization of academic science and development initiatives. Each of the leading recipients secured a single award during the period, suggesting a broad distribution strategy rather than concentrated funding relationships.

The National Science Foundation led agency activity by obligating $2.7 million across six awards, followed by the Department of Defense at $2.2 million and the Department of Agriculture at $1.8 million across five awards. The National Endowment for the Humanities also participated with five awards totaling $701,000, indicating support for humanities research alongside STEM initiatives.

Geographically, California dominated with $1.5 million across four awards, followed by Michigan at $1.3 million and Massachusetts at $1.1 million. The concentration reflects the presence of major research hubs and academic institutions in these states. Mississippi, despite fewer awards, secured $712,000 in funding.

Of note, direct payments represented only 6 percent of total spending at $544,000, with the vast majority of federal resources deployed as grants. This distribution pattern aligns with typical federal spending toward research and institutional capacity-building.