Song-Brown Certified Nurse Midwifery (CNM) Training Programs 2026 Application
🏛 Department of Health Care Access and Information (California)
✓ Free, no account · Source: California Grants Portal · Last verified Jul 10, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for fiscal administrators who coordinate with California Governor's Office of Emergency Services to support Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) programs. Applicants must be prepared to strengthen capacity among vulnerable and underserved populations in California. Eligible activities include providing CERT training in multiple languages, reaching disaster-vulnerable populations, and accommodating people with access and functional needs. The program focuses on building statewide disaster preparedness capacity.
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Program description
This grant opportunity will result in funding organizations to train certified nurse midwifery students to work in underserved communities. Such strategies shall incorporate the following elements: 1. Establishing procedures to identify, recruit, and admit certified nurse midwifery students who possess characteristics which would suggest a predisposition to practice in areas of unmet need, and who express a commitment to serve in areas of unmet need. 2. Implementing counseling and placement programs to encourage training program graduates to enter practice in areas of unmet need. 3. Providing a preceptorship experience in an area of unmet need to enhance the potential of training program graduates to practice in such an area.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- Individuals
- Nonprofits
- Public Authority
- Small Business (SBA-defined)
- Tribal Nation
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Grant application form (specific form TBD by Cal OES)
- Fiscal administrator verification/authorization
- Program narrative describing capacity-building plan
- Budget and budget narrative
- Letters of support from partner organizations
- Organizational profile/background
Program contact
- 📧 SongBrown@hcai.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-326-3700
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 13 | 8 | 62% |
Source: California Grants Portal
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Fiscal administrators coordinating with Cal OES to support CERT programs. Check with the Governor's Office of Emergency Services for specific organizational requirements.
When is the deadline?
The deadline is February 23, 2026. Submit all materials on time; late applications typically are not accepted.
What activities does this grant fund?
Funding supports CERT training in multiple languages, training for underserved/disaster-vulnerable populations, accessibility accommodations, and disaster response capacity building.
How much funding is available?
The total funding pool is $500,000, but specific award amounts are not yet specified. Contact Cal OES for details on typical grant sizes.
Can I apply if my organization hasn't received CERT funding before?
Yes, the program supports both new and existing CERT programs. Demonstrating a plan to reach vulnerable populations strengthens competitiveness.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Contact Cal OES early to confirm your organization qualifies as an eligible fiscal administrator before investing application time.
- Emphasize how your CERT program will reach language-limited and underserved populations; this is the core funding priority.
- Document plans for accessibility accommodations (ESL interpretation, mobility access, etc.) in your proposal.
- Highlight partnerships with community organizations serving vulnerable populations to demonstrate credibility and reach.
- Include a clear capacity-building timeline showing how grant funds will expand your program's disaster preparedness impact.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to center vulnerable and underserved populations in your proposal. Applications without clear plans for multilingual CERT training or accessibility accommodations rarely succeed. Submitting without confirming fiscal administrator eligibility with Cal OES first.
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