Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program (MIECHV)
🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS-HRSA)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations providing home visiting services to pregnant women and families with young children. State departments of health and agencies designated to administer the MIECHV program may apply. Applicants must implement evidence-based home visiting models and serve populations in need. Activities include voluntary home visits addressing maternal health, child development, and family well-being.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
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Key dates
- Aug 10, 2026 Applications open
- Mar 18, 2027 Application deadline in 194 days
- Aug 31, 2027 Award announced
- Sep 30, 2027 Project start
Program description
The purpose of the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Program is to improve maternal and child health, early childhood development, and family well-being by providing pregnant women and families with young children voluntary, evidence-based home visiting services.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- SF-424 Supplement
- Project Narrative and Work Plan
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational Capacity and Experience Statement
- Evidence of partnership agreements
- Evaluation plan
Program contact
- 👤 MIECHV Program
- 📧 HomeVisiting@hrsa.gov
- 📞 301-443-2170
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.870 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$30,146,654
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$28,987,283
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$26,726,401
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$26,402,603
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$25,914,235
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$23,453,674
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$20,810,562
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$19,610,292
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$19,390,101
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$19,083,187
Top States by Funding
- CA 7 awards $159.7M
- TX 6 awards $137.4M
- PA 6 awards $85.5M
- NJ 6 awards $74.0M
- AZ 6 awards $70.3M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.870). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $451,353,621 | |
| 2025 | $489,251,606 | |
| 2026 est. | $536,235,000 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for MIECHV funding?
State health departments and designated administrators of home visiting programs are the primary applicants. Organizations must demonstrate capacity to implement evidence-based home visiting models.
What does the program fund?
The program funds evidence-based home visiting services for pregnant women and families with young children. Funding covers staff, training, and program delivery costs.
Is there a cost-sharing requirement?
Yes, this grant requires cost-sharing participation. Check your state's specific match requirements in the full announcement.
What makes a strong MIECHV application?
Strong applications show partnerships with local agencies, clear plans for serving high-need populations, and commitment to evidence-based models. Data on existing home visiting capacity helps.
What is the funding level?
Federal awards are substantial multi-year grants. Specific amounts vary by state and service area. Review the program announcement for your state's allocation.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Choose an evidence-based home visiting model that fits your state's needs and population priorities.
- Build strong partnerships with local health departments, early childhood programs, and community organizations.
- Document your current home visiting capacity and plans to scale services equitably.
- Show how you'll reach and retain participants from high-need populations.
- Address maternal and child health equity in your proposal.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Weak partnerships with community providers reduce competitiveness. Vague plans for serving specific high-need populations weaken applications. Failing to commit to rigorous evaluation of home visiting outcomes is a common weakness.
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