Teen Pregnancy Prevention Evaluation Grants
Can you apply?
This grant funds evaluation projects of teen pregnancy prevention programs and approaches. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, nonprofits, government agencies, and contractors with research and evaluation capacity. Projects must be completable in 2-3 years using secondary data analysis, existing program data, or administrative datasets. The grant supports rigorous evaluations that answer new questions and improve program effectiveness and quality.
Key dates
- May 22, 2026 Applications open
- Jun 30, 2026 Application deadline in 29 days
- Sep 30, 2026 Award announced
- Sep 30, 2026 Project start
This grant funds evaluation projects of teen pregnancy prevention programs and approaches. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, nonprofits, government agencies, and contractors with research and evaluation capacity. Projects must be completable in 2-3 years using secondary data analysis, existing program data, or administrative datasets. The grant supports rigorous evaluations that answer new questions and improve program effectiveness and quality.
Program description
OPA plans to solicit applications for projects to carry out evaluations of teen pregnancy prevention (TPP) approaches that would make significant contributions to preventing teen pregnancy. OPA intends to make available an estimated $2.2 million for up to nine (9) grant awards for a period of up to three (3) years. OPA will consider evaluation projects that explore new questions in teen pregnancy prevention that improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of these programs and services. These grants are for projects that can be conducted within two to three years, such as secondary data analyses or research using existing program and evaluation data, research, or administrative data.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- County Government
- Nonprofits
- Private University
- Public Authority
- Public K-12 School
- Public University
- Researcher (independent)
- Small Business (SBA-defined)
- Special District
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Demographic focus
Details
This grant funds evaluation projects of teen pregnancy prevention programs and approaches. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, nonprofits, government agencies, and contractors with research and evaluation capacity. Projects must be completable in 2-3 years using secondary data analysis, existing program data, or administrative datasets. The grant supports rigorous evaluations that answer new questions and improve program effectiveness and quality.
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative
- Evaluation Plan
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Budget Justification
- Organizational Capacity Documentation
- Letters of Support (if applicable)
Program contact
- 👤 Callie Koesters
- 📧 Callie.Koesters@hhs.gov
- 📞 240-453-8128
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.343 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$38,218,784
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$4,584,000
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$4,465,523
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$2,182,124
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$1,918,280
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$1,406,842
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$1,348,000
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$975,406
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$739,723
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$643,544
Top States by Funding
- MO 2 awards $38.6M
- MD 4 awards $11.8M
- CA 1 awards $1.9M
- TX 1 awards $1.4M
- OK 1 awards $1.3M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.343). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $449,000 | |
| 2025 | $449,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Universities, research institutions, nonprofits, government agencies, and contractors with evaluation experience may apply. Your organization must have capacity to conduct rigorous evaluations.
What types of projects are funded?
Projects evaluating teen pregnancy prevention programs, typically using secondary data analysis or existing datasets. Projects must be completable in 2-3 years.
When is the deadline?
The deadline is June 30, 2026. This is a fixed deadline, not rolling.
How competitive is this funding?
Expect strong competition. Up to 9 grants will be awarded from an estimated $2.2 million pool. Successful applications present rigorous methodologies and address evidence gaps.
What is the funding range?
Individual awards range from $150,000 to $1,100,000. Award size depends on project scope and evaluation complexity.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Focus on research questions that fill gaps in teen pregnancy prevention evidence. Show why your evaluation matters and what's new about it.
- Use existing data sources and secondary analysis to keep costs reasonable. Avoid expensive new data collection.
- Demonstrate strong evaluation expertise. Include qualified evaluators and statisticians on your team.
- Align your timeline clearly with the 2-3 year project period. Show what happens in each year.
- Use the application to show your organization's past evaluation success. Cite relevant prior work and publications.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposing evaluations that require more than 3 years of data collection or follow-up. Underestimating budget needs for rigorous statistical analysis and reporting. Vague research questions that don't clearly show how findings will improve programs.
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