Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Nutrition Training Program
🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS-HRSA)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations providing MCH (Maternal and Child Health) nutrition training and education. Eligible applicants typically include schools of public health, schools of medicine, schools of nursing, and other accredited academic institutions with capacity to deliver graduate-level nutrition education. Applicants must demonstrate ability to provide interdisciplinary training and establish partnerships with state Title V MCH programs and health centers.
The program supports graduate education, technical assistance, and workforce development in MCH nutrition. Funded projects place trainees in health centers and community settings. Cost sharing is not required.
Geographic scope is national. Any accredited institution meeting academic requirements can apply, regardless of location.
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Key dates
- Jul 31, 2026 Applications open
- Jan 20, 2027 Application deadline in 137 days
- Jun 1, 2027 Award announced
- Jul 1, 2027 Project start
Program description
The purpose of this program is to improve the nutrition and overall well-being of mothers, children, and families. MCH Nutrition Training Programs will provide interdisciplinary graduate education to build a skilled workforce, provide technical assistance to state Title V and other MCH programs, expand nutrition education and career pathways, and improve access to high-quality nutrition services through trainee placements and practicums at health centers.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Federal Application for Grants and Cooperative Agreements)
- Project Narrative/Program Description
- Budget Narrative and Detailed Budget (SF-424A or equivalent)
- Letters of Support (from partner state MCH programs and health centers)
- Organizational Background and Capacity documentation
- Organizational Certification (including nonprofit/academic institution status)
Program contact
- 👤 Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Nutrition Training Program
- 📧 MCHNutritionTraining@hrsa.gov
- 📞 301-443-6392
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.110 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$53,495,269
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$51,517,055
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$47,831,055
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$37,182,998
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$30,109,677
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$25,419,976
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$17,859,999
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$16,167,482
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$15,667,860
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$14,010,845
Top States by Funding
- DC 8 awards $142.1M
- MA 6 awards $106.6M
- MD 8 awards $71.7M
- OH 2 awards $58.9M
- NC 3 awards $43.2M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.110). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $274,459,189 | |
| 2025 | $265,688,703 | |
| 2026 est. | $185,664,902 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Schools of public health, medicine, nursing, and accredited academic institutions offering graduate-level nutrition programs. Applicants must have capacity for interdisciplinary training and MCH partnerships.
What is the funding amount?
Individual awards range from $550,000 to $735,000. Total national funding pool is approximately $10,350,000.
What activities does the grant support?
Graduate education in MCH nutrition, technical assistance to state Title V programs, career pathway development, and trainee placements at health centers.
What is the deadline?
The application deadline is January 20, 2027 (fixed deadline).
Is cost sharing required?
No, cost sharing is not required for this grant.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Partner with state Title V MCH programs early. Show existing relationships or clear plans to establish them before you apply.
- Emphasize graduate curriculum development. Detail how your program creates interdisciplinary nutrition education across relevant disciplines.
- Document trainee placement outcomes. Include specific health centers or community sites willing to host trainees and practicums.
- Highlight workforce need. Connect your training program to workforce gaps in MCH nutrition in your state or region.
- Address equity and access. Explain how your program increases nutrition services access for underserved mothers and children.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Weak partnerships with state MCH programs or health center sites. Applications without documented placement opportunities rarely succeed. Vague curriculum plans or failure to show interdisciplinary design weaken competitiveness. Many applicants underestimate the importance of demonstrating trainee job placement outcomes and career pathway development.
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