RFA-CC-18-000
🏛 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA (HHS-CDC-HHSCDCERA)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for eligible public health organizations addressing Chronic Disease Prevention through the CDC's Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity program. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, state and local health departments, academic medical centers, and community health centers can apply. Applicants must have capacity to conduct surveillance, prevention, and control activities for chronic diseases. Geographic scope includes all U.S. states, territories, and tribal nations. Funded activities include disease surveillance, prevention program implementation, and health equity initiatives.
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Program description
Submit application as necessary for Type 6 Applications.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative/Statement of Need
- Program Budget and Budget Justification
- Organizational Capacity Statement
- Letters of Commitment from Partners
- Evaluation Plan
- Data on Target Population and Baseline Health Metrics
Program contact
- 👤 Linton C Browning Grants Management Specialist
- 📧 lbrowning@cdc.gov
- 📞 770-488-2756
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.136 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$34,000,000
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$31,738,059
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$30,693,766
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$28,459,850
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$28,222,200
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$26,704,737
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$26,450,431
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$26,071,385
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$26,070,052
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$25,767,710
Top States by Funding
- DC 6 awards $120.7M
- OH 5 awards $95.2M
- GA 4 awards $80.9M
- FL 4 awards $68.0M
- PA 3 awards $65.5M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.136). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $456,943,397 | |
| 2025 | $458,397,564 | |
| 2026 est. | $458,397,564 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this CDC grant?
State and local health departments, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, academic institutions, and community health centers are eligible. Applicants must demonstrate public health infrastructure and capacity.
What is the typical deadline and application timeline?
The deadline is typically in September of the announced year. Allow 2-3 months minimum for proposal preparation and internal review.
What types of activities does this grant support?
This program funds disease surveillance systems, prevention program implementation, training, and health equity-focused interventions.
How competitive are CDC public health grants?
Very competitive. Applications must demonstrate clear public health need, sustainable infrastructure, and strong evaluation plans.
What is the typical funding range?
CDC chronic disease grants typically range from $100,000 to $500,000 annually, depending on program scope and population served.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Align your proposal with CDC strategic priorities and the specific chronic disease focus areas outlined in the RFA.
- Demonstrate existing infrastructure, data systems, and staff capacity to sustain the program beyond the grant period.
- Include clear, measurable objectives tied to population-level health outcomes, not just activity counts.
- Develop a robust evaluation plan with specific metrics, data collection methods, and timelines from day one.
- Partner with local community organizations and health systems to show coordination and broader impact.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Vague evaluation plans that lack specific metrics or baseline data. Proposals that focus on activities rather than health outcomes. Insufficient evidence of organizational capacity or sustainability planning.
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