Surveillance and Case Control Study of Stillbirth and Birth Defects (SUCCSSBD)
🏛 Centers for Disease Control - NCBDDD
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Can you apply?
This grant is for public health agencies, universities, and research institutions that can conduct surveillance and research on birth defects and stillbirths. Applicants must have capacity to work with state/local health departments or directly conduct surveillance activities. Organizations can apply for one or more of three components: modernization of birth defects surveillance systems, stillbirth surveillance, or case-control research studies. The grant supports data modernization, surveillance infrastructure, and epidemiologic research to understand risk factors for adverse birth outcomes.
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Key dates
- Aug 17, 2026 Applications open
- Mar 31, 2027 Application deadline in 162 days
- Jul 1, 2027 Award announced
- Aug 1, 2027 Project start
Program description
Birth defects affect about three percent of all births in the United States and are a leading cause of infant mortality, morbidity, and healthcare costs; the causes of two-thirds of birth defects remain unknown. In addition, stillbirths (pregnancy loss at 20 or more weeks of gestation) are an under-evaluated public health issue. Over 20,000 pregnancies in the U.S. end in a stillbirth each year.
This notice of funding opportunity aims to advance the quality and timeliness of birth defects and stillbirth surveillance and support research on birth defects and stillbirths in the U.S. The purpose is to (1) evaluate the impact of data modernization using electronic case reporting (eCR) on birth defects data quality and timeliness; (2) conduct high quality stillbirth surveillance; and (3) utilize timely surveillance to support a case-control study to assess risk factors for birth defects and stillbirths. This supports agency goals to identify emerging threats to mothers and babies and prevent the occurrence of birth defects and stillbirths. CDC will fund three components under this NOFO. Applicants may apply for one or more components as long as the eligibility criteria for each component are met.
Three components are included to support SUCCSSBD:
Component A: Modernization of Birth Defects Surveillance
Component B: Stillbirth Surveillance
Component C: Birth Defects and Stillbirth Research
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative (describing surveillance and/or research approach)
- Detailed Budget with justification
- Organizational capacity and staffing plan
- Letters of commitment from health department partners
- Data access and sharing agreements (if applicable)
Program contact
- 👤 Eileen McGowan
- 📧 osk0@cdc.gov
- 📞 404-498-1014
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.073 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$102,371,938
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$38,904,574
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$12,030,667
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$7,345,638
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$6,940,898
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$6,659,319
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$5,459,249
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$5,086,576
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$4,692,268
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$4,500,000
Top States by Funding
- DC 4 awards $105.9M
- AL 1 awards $38.9M
- MD 4 awards $19.6M
- UT 4 awards $18.8M
- NY 5 awards $16.1M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.073). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $59,997,073 | |
| 2025 | $66,807,866 | |
| 2026 est. | $66,807,866 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Public health agencies, universities, research institutions, and health departments with capacity to conduct birth defects or stillbirth surveillance. You must demonstrate ability to work with state/local health systems or conduct surveillance directly.
Can I apply for multiple components?
Yes, you can apply for one or more components if you meet eligibility criteria for each. Clearly separate budgets and objectives for each component in your application.
What activities does this grant support?
Surveillance system modernization, electronic case reporting implementation, stillbirth data collection, and case-control research studies to identify risk factors for birth defects and stillbirths.
What is the deadline and funding level?
Deadline is March 31, 2027. Award amounts vary by component and organization capacity. The total funding pool is $55 million across all applicants and components.
Is cost-sharing required?
No, cost-sharing is not required for this cooperative agreement. However, leveraging existing health department partnerships strengthens competitiveness.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Partner with state or local health departments early to demonstrate surveillance infrastructure and data access capabilities. Strong partnerships are critical for success.
- Clearly identify which component(s) you're addressing and ensure your organization meets all specific eligibility criteria for each component selected.
- Show how you'll use electronic case reporting (eCR) or other data modernization strategies to improve data quality and timeliness of birth defects reporting.
- Include a realistic timeline for data collection, surveillance implementation, and case recruitment if pursuing the research component. Feasibility matters greatly to reviewers.
- Emphasize your team's epidemiologic expertise and prior experience with birth outcomes surveillance or public health data systems to demonstrate capacity.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to demonstrate existing relationships with health departments or surveillance infrastructure needed to access birth defects and stillbirth data. Applying for multiple components without separate, detailed budgets and clear scope for each component. Underestimating the time and resources needed for case-control recruitment, follow-up, and data quality assurance.
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