RFA-OT-18-000
🏛 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA (HHS-CDC-HHSCDCERA)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations working on occupational health and safety research or surveillance. Public and private nonprofit organizations, universities, and tribal entities can apply. Applicants must have relevant expertise in occupational safety, health, or environmental research. Federal agencies and employees are typically ineligible.
The grant supports projects addressing occupational health concerns through research, surveillance, or prevention activities. All U.S. states and territories are eligible. Funded activities must align with CDC priorities in occupational health and safety. Projects may involve data collection, surveillance system development, or research implementation.
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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 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative (Statement of Work)
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational Capacity/DUNS documentation
- Evidence of occupational health expertise
- Letters of support (if partnerships included)
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?
Public and private nonprofits, universities, and tribal organizations can apply. Must have capacity in occupational health, safety, or related research.
What is the deadline and application process?
The deadline is September 30, 2030. Applications open October 20, 2023. Submit through Grants.gov using the SF-424 form.
What types of projects does this grant support?
Research, surveillance systems, and prevention initiatives focused on occupational health and safety. Projects must address CDC occupational health priorities.
How competitive is this funding?
Highly competitive. Focus on strong evidence, clear public health impact, and organizational capacity in occupational health.
What is the typical funding range?
Award amounts vary by year and priority area. Check the specific RFA for current funding levels and number of awards.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Align your project directly with CDC occupational health priorities stated in the RFA.
- Demonstrate your organization's track record in occupational health research or surveillance work.
- Include realistic timelines and budgets with clear milestones for surveillance or research activities.
- Build partnerships with occupational health specialists and relevant state or local agencies.
- Address how your project contributes to CDC's broader occupational safety and health goals.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Submitting projects without clear occupational health focus or CDC alignment. Failing to demonstrate organizational expertise in occupational safety and health research. Proposing activities that exceed the scope of occupational health and safety defined in the RFA.
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