Implementation Research on Coordinated Combinations of Community-Clinical Linkage Strategies for Diabetes Prevention and Management
🏛 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA (HHS-CDC-HHSCDCERA)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for research institutions and healthcare organizations conducting implementation research on diabetes prevention and management strategies. Eligible applicants typically include academic medical centers, research institutions, FQHCs, and nonprofit healthcare organizations. Projects must focus on coordinated community-clinical linkage strategies in real-world primary care settings. The research scope is national, with funding to support multi-site implementation studies examining adoption, integration, and sustainability of combined diabetes interventions.
The grant requires partnership between community and clinical partners to study evidence-based strategies. Projects should generate practical evidence to guide best practices in safety-net clinic settings. Awards range from $500,000 to $725,000 and operate as cooperative agreements with CDC oversight.
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Key dates
- Jul 28, 2026 Applications open
- Mar 22, 2027 Application deadline in 235 days
- Aug 30, 2027 Award announced
- Sep 30, 2027 Project start
Program description
Diabetes causes illness and death in the United States. It leads to high health care costs. People who use Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and other safety-net clinics face greater risks. Many community-clinical linkage (CCL) strategies show benefits when used alone. We know less about how several strategies can be combined and coordinated. Using multiple strategies together may improve diabetes prevention and management in primary care.
This NOFO aims to find what helps or blocks the use of coordinated CCL strategies. We will identify factors that affect adoption, integration, and long-term success. Researchers will study real-world FHQC clinics. Practical evidence will guide best practices for diabetes prevention and management.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- Community Health Center
- County Government
- FQHC (Federally Qualified Health Center)
- Nonprofits
- Private University
- Public Authority
- Public K-12 School
- Public University
- Small Business (SBA-defined)
- Special District
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative/Research Plan
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational Capacity/Qualifications
- Letters of Commitment from Partner Organizations
- Evaluation Plan
- Data Management and Sharing Plan
- CDC-specific forms (if required in NOFO)
Program contact
- 👤 Natalie Brown, MPH
- 📧 researchnofo@cdc.gov
- 📞 404-639-4601
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.945 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$175,852,665
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$73,430,293
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$64,459,482
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$43,747,919
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$38,976,182
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$28,459,850
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$24,386,392
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$21,375,151
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$19,856,088
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$19,405,911
Top States by Funding
- GA 8 awards $290.9M
- IL 5 awards $124.2M
- CA 8 awards $105.1M
- MD 3 awards $94.7M
- HI 3 awards $62.3M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.945). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $27,881,234 | |
| 2025 | $26,755,193 | |
| 2026 est. | $26,755,193 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Research institutions, academic medical centers, and healthcare organizations with experience in implementation research. FQHCs, health systems, and nonprofit clinics are strong candidates if they partner with research institutions.
What is the funding amount and project timeline?
Awards range from $500,000 to $725,000. Typical project duration is 3-4 years, though the specific timeline should be confirmed in the NOFO.
What types of projects are funded?
Implementation research examining how coordinated community-clinical linkage strategies work in real-world primary care settings. Studies should focus on diabetes prevention and management in safety-net clinics.
Is this a cooperative agreement, and what does that mean?
Yes, this is a CDC cooperative agreement. CDC program staff will provide substantial involvement and oversight throughout the project period.
Can I apply if I have limited implementation research experience?
Strong partnerships with experienced implementation research teams are essential. Consider collaborating with academic institutions that have CDC research experience.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Partner with both clinical and community-based organizations to demonstrate real-world feasibility and buy-in. Multi-site partnerships strengthen competitiveness.
- Focus your proposal on examining barriers and facilitators to adoption and integration. CDC values practical evidence that informs implementation in resource-limited settings.
- Use established implementation science frameworks (RE-AIM, CFIR, or similar) to structure your research design and evaluation plan.
- Identify clear sustainability strategies showing how coordinated CCL strategies will be maintained after funding ends. This is a priority for CDC.
- Include letters of commitment from participating FQHCs and clinical partners demonstrating their engagement and commitment to the research.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposals that focus only on clinical efficacy rather than implementation barriers and facilitators often score lower. CDC prioritizes real-world feasibility and adoption factors.
Weak or insufficient community-clinical partnerships undermine applications. Strong, documented commitments from both sectors are essential for scoring well.
Insufficient detail on sustainability mechanisms leads to rejections. Reviewers need clear plans for maintaining strategies beyond the funded period.
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