RFA-CD-18-000
🏛 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA (HHS-CDC-HHSCDCERA)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations conducting environmental public health research. Federal agencies, state/local health departments, and 501(c)(3) organizations can apply. Work must address environmental exposure assessment, health outcomes, or disease prevention. Geographic scope includes all U.S. states and territories.
Applicants must have research capabilities and institutional infrastructure. Organizations must be able to manage federal funds and comply with CDC regulations. Projects should align with CDC's environmental health priorities.
Early-stage research and established programs are both eligible. Some activities may require IRB approval or special certifications. Check the full RFA for specific technical requirements.
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Program description
Submit application as necessary for Type 6 Applications.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 (Federal Application for Grants and Cooperative Agreements)
- Research/Project Narrative
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Biographical sketches of key personnel
- Current and Pending Support documentation
- Letters of support from collaborating institutions
- Proof of nonprofit status (if applicable)
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 grant?
Federal agencies, state/local health departments, tribal organizations, universities, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits can apply. Your organization must have capacity to conduct research and manage federal funds.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is September 30, 2030. Applications typically must be submitted through Grants.gov or eRA Commons by 11:59 PM ET.
What types of research projects are supported?
The grant supports environmental health research including exposure assessment, health outcomes studies, and disease prevention initiatives. Projects should advance CDC's environmental public health agenda.
How competitive is this funding?
Very competitive. Federal health research grants typically fund 10-20% of applications. Strong preliminary data and clear public health significance improve your chances.
What is the typical award range?
Federal CDC research grants typically range from $100,000 to $500,000 annually. The RFA details will specify the expected budget range for this cycle.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Read the full RFA text carefully. CDC grants have specific technical requirements and evaluation criteria that vary by program.
- Build a strong research team with relevant expertise. CDC reviewers value demonstrated capacity and prior related work.
- Include preliminary data or proof of concept. Shows feasibility and improves competitiveness significantly.
- Align your objectives clearly with CDC priorities stated in the RFA. Misalignment is a common reason for rejection.
- Budget realistically and justify all costs. Include indirect costs if your organization has an approved F&A rate.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposals that don't clearly link to the specific environmental health priorities outlined in the RFA get rejected. Weak preliminary data or unproven methodology raises reviewer concerns about feasibility. Budgets that seem inflated or poorly justified reduce competitiveness.
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