RFA-EH-18-000
🏛 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA (HHS-CDC-HHSCDCERA)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations working on environmental health and emergency preparedness through the CDC's Environmental Health Activities program. Eligible applicants include state health departments, local health departments, and tribal health agencies. Nonprofit organizations may apply if fiscally sponsored by or in partnership with a government health agency. Activities must address environmental health threats, water safety, or disaster preparedness at the state or local level. Funding typically supports prevention programs, surveillance infrastructure, and capacity-building in environmental health.
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Program description
Submit application as necessary for Type 6 Applications.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- SF-424 Supplement
- Detailed Project Narrative
- Budget Narrative and Budget Forms
- Organizational Capacity Documentation
- Evidence of Health Department Partnership or Authority
Program contact
- 👤 Linton C Browning Grants Management Specialist
- 📧 lbrowning@cdc.gov
- 📞 770-488-2756
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.136 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$51,950,000
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$31,738,059
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$30,693,766
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$28,222,200
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$26,704,737
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$26,450,431
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$26,071,385
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$26,070,052
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$25,767,710
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$24,290,102
Top States by Funding
- GA 6 awards $117.9M
- FL 7 awards $108.2M
- OH 6 awards $106.7M
- PA 5 awards $85.9M
- CA 5 awards $74.9M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.136). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $456,943,397 | |
| 2025 | $458,397,564 | |
| 2026 est. | $458,397,564 |
FAQ
What types of organizations can apply for this grant?
State and local health departments, tribal health agencies, and nonprofits with government partnerships are eligible. Check your specific RFA for detailed organizational requirements.
What activities does this grant support?
Environmental health prevention, water quality monitoring, disaster preparedness, and health surveillance programs. Focus on reducing environmental health risks in your community.
How competitive is this funding?
CDC environmental health grants are moderately competitive. Strong applications link environmental risks to health outcomes and demonstrate state or local capacity.
What is the typical funding range?
Most awards range from $100,000 to $500,000 annually. Exact amounts vary by project scope and agency guidance.
When is the application due?
The deadline shown is September 30, 2030. Submit all materials by 11:59 PM ET on the deadline date.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start with your community's environmental health priorities and data. Show how your activities address real risks.
- Partner with state or local health departments early. Government alignment strengthens competitiveness significantly.
- Include specific metrics and surveillance plans. Vague outcomes language weakens environmental health applications.
- Budget for staff time, lab capacity, or equipment. Administrative-heavy budgets often score lower.
- Demonstrate sustainability beyond grant funding. Reviewers want programs that continue after the initial award.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Unclear connection between environmental hazards and health impacts. Lack of strong government health department involvement or partnership.
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