RFA-DP-18-000
🏛 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA (HHS-CDC-HHSCDCERA)
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations working on diabetes prevention and management programs. Eligible applicants include state and local health departments, nonprofits, universities, and other public institutions. Geographic scope covers all U.S. states, territories, and tribal nations. Activities supported include community-based diabetes prevention programs, evidence-based interventions, and public health campaigns that reach high-risk populations.
The program prioritizes reach to underserved and low-income communities. Applicants must demonstrate capacity to implement sustainable programs. Organizations should have prior experience in public health programming or partner with experienced agencies.
This grant is for organizations working on diabetes prevention and management programs. Eligible applicants include state and local health departments, nonprofits, universities, and other public institutions. Geographic scope covers all U.S. states, territories, and tribal nations. Activities supported include community-based diabetes prevention programs, evidence-based interventions, and public health campaigns that reach high-risk populations.
The program prioritizes reach to underserved and low-income communities. Applicants must demonstrate capacity to implement sustainable programs. Organizations should have prior experience in public health programming or partner with experienced agencies.
Program description
Submit application as necessary for Type 6 Applications.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
Details
This grant is for organizations working on diabetes prevention and management programs. Eligible applicants include state and local health departments, nonprofits, universities, and other public institutions. Geographic scope covers all U.S. states, territories, and tribal nations. Activities supported include community-based diabetes prevention programs, evidence-based interventions, and public health campaigns that reach high-risk populations.
The program prioritizes reach to underserved and low-income communities. Applicants must demonstrate capacity to implement sustainable programs. Organizations should have prior experience in public health programming or partner with experienced agencies.
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative and Work Plan
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Evaluation Plan
- Letters of Commitment from partners
- Organizational capacity documentation
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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$38,143,639
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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
Top States by Funding
- DC 7 awards $158.8M
- 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?
State and local health departments, nonprofits, universities, and public institutions can apply. Tribal organizations and tribal nations are also eligible.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is September 30, 2030. Applications must be submitted before 11:59 PM ET on that date.
What types of activities does this grant fund?
It supports diabetes prevention programs, evidence-based interventions, community outreach, and evaluation of program effectiveness in target populations.
How competitive is this funding?
This is a competitive grant program. Strong applications demonstrate community engagement, evidence-based practices, and clear sustainability plans for the program after funding ends.
What is the typical funding range?
Funding amounts vary by program component. Check the detailed RFA for specific funding caps and match requirements for your organization type.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start with the detailed RFA document and align your program narrative to CDC priorities listed in the announcement.
- Build partnerships early with state and local health departments to strengthen feasibility and sustainability sections.
- Use evaluation data from similar programs you've run to demonstrate competence and projected outcomes.
- Address health disparities explicitly by showing how your program reaches priority populations.
- Submit your application at least one week before the deadline to allow time for technical fixes.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Weak evaluation plans that lack measurable outcomes and timelines for tracking progress. Unclear organizational capacity or limited prior experience with similar federal grants or programs. Failure to demonstrate meaningful community engagement and input in program design.
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