National Training Center for Family Planning
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations selected to operate a national training center serving Title X family planning providers. Eligible applicants are typically nonprofit organizations, universities, or consortia with demonstrated expertise in training and technical assistance for family planning programs. The center will provide comprehensive training, technical assistance, and support services to Title X grant recipients, sub-recipients, and service sites nationwide. Activities include developing training curricula, conducting in-person and virtual workshops, and providing ongoing consultation to help providers meet federal statutory and regulatory requirements.
Key dates
- May 22, 2026 Applications open
- Jun 30, 2026 Application deadline in 28 days
- Sep 30, 2026 Award announced
- Sep 30, 2026 Project start
This grant is for organizations selected to operate a national training center serving Title X family planning providers. Eligible applicants are typically nonprofit organizations, universities, or consortia with demonstrated expertise in training and technical assistance for family planning programs. The center will provide comprehensive training, technical assistance, and support services to Title X grant recipients, sub-recipients, and service sites nationwide. Activities include developing training curricula, conducting in-person and virtual workshops, and providing ongoing consultation to help providers meet federal statutory and regulatory requirements.
Program description
The purpose of this funding opportunity is to create a single, coordinated national training center that provides comprehensive TTA to Title X grant recipients and their networks of sub-recipients and service sites. Title X currently operates through a large and diverse network of more than 3,800 service sites who provide Title X services to close to 3 million low-income individuals annually, and these providers rely on consistent, high-quality support to meet statutory and regulatory requirements and OASH and OPA priorities.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- Colleges (all higher ed)
- County Government
- Nonprofits
- Public Authority
- Public K-12 School
- Public University
- Special District
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Demographic focus
Details
This grant is for organizations selected to operate a national training center serving Title X family planning providers. Eligible applicants are typically nonprofit organizations, universities, or consortia with demonstrated expertise in training and technical assistance for family planning programs. The center will provide comprehensive training, technical assistance, and support services to Title X grant recipients, sub-recipients, and service sites nationwide. Activities include developing training curricula, conducting in-person and virtual workshops, and providing ongoing consultation to help providers meet federal statutory and regulatory requirements.
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative describing center operations and training approach
- Organizational Capacity statement with staff qualifications
- Budget and Budget Justification
- Letters of support from Title X grantees and service providers
- Evaluation plan and performance metrics
Program contact
- 👤 Naomie Gathua
- 📧 Naomie.gathua@hhs.gov
- 📞 202-729-8784
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.260 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$21,374,953
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$2,097,096
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$1,940,886
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$1,939,978
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$1,917,191
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$1,902,867
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$1,584,224
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$1,464,070
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$1,359,167
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$1,082,327
Top States by Funding
- MA 1 awards $21.4M
- WA 2 awards $4.0M
- FM 1 awards $1.9M
- NC 1 awards $1.9M
- FL 1 awards $1.9M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.260). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $4,000,000 | |
| 2025 | $4,000,000 | |
| 2026 est. | $4,000,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Organizations with expertise in family planning training, technical assistance, and service delivery are eligible. Nonprofits, universities, and consortia with relevant infrastructure and staff are preferred.
What is the deadline and funding level?
The deadline is June 30, 2026. The award is a single cooperative agreement with up to $3,000,000 total funding.
What activities does the training center support?
The center provides training, curriculum development, technical assistance, and consultation to help Title X providers meet federal requirements and OASH priorities.
Does this require cost-sharing or matching funds?
No, there is no cost-sharing requirement. Federal funds cover the full award amount.
How competitive is this funding?
This is highly competitive. Only one organization will be selected to operate the national center serving over 3,800 Title X service sites.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Document your organization's track record in family planning training and technical assistance. Highlight past work with Title X or similar federal programs.
- Show how your center will serve the entire Title X network including diverse geographic regions, provider types, and sub-recipient networks.
- Develop a detailed operational plan including staff expertise, training modalities (in-person, virtual, hybrid), and quality assurance processes.
- Demonstrate understanding of current Title X regulatory requirements and OASH/OPA priorities. Review recent Title X guidance and policy updates.
- Build relationships with Title X grantees and service sites early to gather input and secure letters of support showing demand for your services.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Unclear or generic description of training methodology without concrete examples. Insufficient evidence of expertise serving family planning providers or managing national training networks. Underestimating the scope and coordination needed to effectively serve 3,800+ service sites across diverse regions.
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