Maternal Produce Prescription Program (MP3)
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations supporting maternal health through food access. Primary applicants include community health centers, nonprofits, and state/local health departments. The program supports produce prescription initiatives linking pregnant women and new mothers to fresh fruits and vegetables. Activities funded include program implementation, care coordination, and health outcome evaluation. Geographic scope includes all U.S. states and territories.
Applicants should demonstrate capacity to serve pregnant and postpartum populations. Experience with food security, maternal health, or healthcare delivery strengthens applications. Organizations must be qualified health programs or established community-based entities.
Key dates
- Mar 11, 2026 Applications open
- Jun 22, 2026 Application deadline in 21 days
- Aug 30, 2026 Award announced
- Sep 30, 2026 Project start
This grant is for organizations supporting maternal health through food access. Primary applicants include community health centers, nonprofits, and state/local health departments. The program supports produce prescription initiatives linking pregnant women and new mothers to fresh fruits and vegetables. Activities funded include program implementation, care coordination, and health outcome evaluation. Geographic scope includes all U.S. states and territories.
Applicants should demonstrate capacity to serve pregnant and postpartum populations. Experience with food security, maternal health, or healthcare delivery strengthens applications. Organizations must be qualified health programs or established community-based entities.
Program description
The Maternal Produce Prescription Program (MP3) will provide grants to develop and implement community-based produce prescription programs and related nutrition education for maternal populations at risk of poor health outcomes due to nutrition insecurity and other health-related factors.
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
Details
This grant is for organizations supporting maternal health through food access. Primary applicants include community health centers, nonprofits, and state/local health departments. The program supports produce prescription initiatives linking pregnant women and new mothers to fresh fruits and vegetables. Activities funded include program implementation, care coordination, and health outcome evaluation. Geographic scope includes all U.S. states and territories.
Applicants should demonstrate capacity to serve pregnant and postpartum populations. Experience with food security, maternal health, or healthcare delivery strengthens applications. Organizations must be qualified health programs or established community-based entities.
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative (program description and implementation plan)
- Budget Narrative
- Letters of Support (from partners and community stakeholders)
- Organizational Capacity Statement
- Evaluation Plan
Program contact
- 👤 Maternal and Child Health Bureau
- 📧 MCHProduceScript@hrsa.gov
- 📞 3014432170
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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$51,517,055
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$48,495,269
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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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$20,269,976
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$19,582,050
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$16,167,482
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$15,667,860
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$14,859,999
Top States by Funding
- DC 8 awards $151.7M
- MA 7 awards $111.9M
- MD 8 awards $66.8M
- 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?
Community health centers, nonprofits, public health departments, and healthcare organizations can apply. Your organization must serve pregnant women or postpartum populations.
What activities does this grant fund?
The grant supports produce prescription programs connecting pregnant women to fresh produce. It funds care coordination, clinical referrals, and evaluation of health outcomes.
Is there a funding cap or range?
Typical HRSA grants range widely based on scope. Check the program announcement for specific award amounts and limitations on indirect costs.
How competitive is this grant?
HRSA grants are moderately to highly competitive. Strong applications include data showing maternal health disparities in your service area and clear implementation plans.
What are typical deadlines and timelines?
Deadlines vary by program year. Applications typically open 30-60 days before the deadline. Allow 6-12 months from award notification to project start.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Include letters of support from partner health centers, food banks, and maternal health providers to show collaboration.
- Use data on maternal health outcomes and food insecurity rates specific to your service area.
- Clearly explain how your organization will reach and enroll pregnant and postpartum women.
- Develop a realistic timeline with specific milestones for program launch and evaluation activities.
- Address sustainability: explain funding or partnerships that will continue the program beyond the grant period.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Weak partnerships or letters of support from food and health providers. Lack of baseline data on maternal health disparities or food insecurity in your service area. Unclear plan for clinical integration or coordination with existing prenatal and postpartum care.
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