Title X Family Planning Research Grants
Can you apply?
This grant is for research organizations that conduct family planning research and policy analysis. Eligible applicants typically include nonprofits, universities, research institutions, and government agencies with capacity to conduct secondary data analyses or applied research. Projects must align with Title X family planning priorities and be completable within 2-3 years. The research should advance knowledge about improving efficiency, effectiveness, or quality of family planning services.
Geographic scope is national. Federal funding supports projects serving the entire United States. No state-specific restrictions apply.
Allowable activities include secondary data analyses, applied research projects, and studies examining family planning service delivery. Research must contribute to OPA's mission and national family planning policy.
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 is for research organizations that conduct family planning research and policy analysis. Eligible applicants typically include nonprofits, universities, research institutions, and government agencies with capacity to conduct secondary data analyses or applied research. Projects must align with Title X family planning priorities and be completable within 2-3 years. The research should advance knowledge about improving efficiency, effectiveness, or quality of family planning services.
Geographic scope is national. Federal funding supports projects serving the entire United States. No state-specific restrictions apply.
Allowable activities include secondary data analyses, applied research projects, and studies examining family planning service delivery. Research must contribute to OPA's mission and national family planning policy.
Program description
The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH), Office of Population Affairs (OPA) anticipates the availability of funds for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 grants under the authority of Title X of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300 et seq.). OPA plans to solicit applications for projects to conduct research or analyses that would make significant contributions to the mission of OPA and to the family planning fields. OPA plans to fund a new set of research grants to explore questions that aim to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of Title X family planning services. These grants are for projects that can be conducted within two to three years, such as secondary data analyses or small applied research projects. OPA anticipates making available approximately $1,500,000 for an estimated six (6) awards in the range of $200,000 to $500,000 per year for a period of 2-3 years (12-month budget periods). All funded recipients will be expected to implement any funds awarded in alignment with the Priorities of the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, available at https://health.gov/priorities.
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
- Special District
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Details
This grant is for research organizations that conduct family planning research and policy analysis. Eligible applicants typically include nonprofits, universities, research institutions, and government agencies with capacity to conduct secondary data analyses or applied research. Projects must align with Title X family planning priorities and be completable within 2-3 years. The research should advance knowledge about improving efficiency, effectiveness, or quality of family planning services.
Geographic scope is national. Federal funding supports projects serving the entire United States. No state-specific restrictions apply.
Allowable activities include secondary data analyses, applied research projects, and studies examining family planning service delivery. Research must contribute to OPA's mission and national family planning policy.
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative/Research Plan
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational capability statement
- Staff qualifications and CVs
- Letters of support or collaboration agreements
Program contact
- 👤 Roshni Menon
- 📧 Roshni.Menon@hhs.gov
- 📞 240-453-6175
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.974 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$64,810,575
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$57,631,350
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$22,049,674
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$21,714,870
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$20,478,249
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$20,384,998
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$15,410,158
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$15,001,970
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$14,507,173
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$13,956,323
Top States by Funding
- CA 2 awards $66.3M
- NY 3 awards $61.7M
- OK 4 awards $32.2M
- MI 3 awards $24.9M
- IN 3 awards $23.6M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.974). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $1,375,000 | |
| 2025 | $1,375,000 | |
| 2026 est. | $1,375,000 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Research institutions, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies with research capacity. Your organization should have experience conducting family planning research or policy analysis.
What types of projects does this grant fund?
Secondary data analyses and small applied research projects. Projects examining family planning service efficiency, effectiveness, or quality are prioritized.
What is the award amount and project duration?
Awards range from $200,000 to $500,000 per year for 2-3 year projects. Total project funding typically spans 24-36 months with annual budget periods.
When is the deadline?
The deadline is June 30, 2026. This is a fixed deadline; rolling applications are not accepted.
Does my organization need to provide matching funds?
No cost sharing is required. Federal funding covers the full project budget.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Frame your research question clearly around improving Title X service delivery. Show how your findings benefit family planning programs nationally.
- Use existing data sources when possible. Secondary data analyses and smaller projects are preferred over large new data collection efforts.
- Demonstrate your team's research expertise. Include CVs showing prior experience with family planning or reproductive health research.
- Align your proposal with OASH priorities. Review the agency's stated priorities and explain how your research advances them.
- Build a realistic 2-3 year timeline. Include specific milestones and deliverables for each year of funding.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposing projects requiring more than 3 years to complete. Overly broad research questions lacking specificity about family planning service improvements. Failing to demonstrate team expertise in family planning or health services research.
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