[Centers for Disease Control - NCIPC](https://www.cdc.gov/injury/index.html)

April 14, 2026

Up to $125,000 per award; estimated total program funding $31,250,000; ~50 awards expected.

Supports community-based coalitions to prevent and reduce substance use among youth through collaboration and evidence-based strategies.

Forecasted opportunity; cost sharing/matching required.

--- ## Description This opportunity supports the Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program, which aims to establish and strengthen collaborations among community coalitions, public and private non-profit agencies, and government entities to prevent and reduce substance use among youth (individuals 18 years of age and younger). The program's dual goals are to foster collaboration and to reduce substance use among youth—and, over time, among adults—by addressing risk factors and promoting protective factors within communities. This announcement specifically targets coalitions that have completed the first five-year DFC funding cycle, experienced a lapse in funding, or are seeking a second five-year cycle. --- ## Due Dates - Application Deadline: April 14, 2026 (electronically submitted by 11:59 pm ET) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $125,000 per year - Estimated total program funding: $31,250,000 - Expected number of awards: 50 - Cost sharing or matching is required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants must be community-based coalitions that: - Have previously received a DFC grant (Years 1–5) - Have experienced a lapse in DFC funding, or - Have concluded the first five-year funding cycle and are applying for a second five-year cycle Additional eligibility criteria: - Applicants must be a nonprofit (IRS 501(c) organization), or an entity deemed appropriate by the Administrator, or part of/associated with an established legally recognized domestic, public, or private nonprofit organization. - Eligible entities include state and local governments, federally or state-recognized tribes, urban Indian organizations, public or private universities and colleges, professional associations, voluntary organizations, self-help groups, consumer and provider services-oriented constituency groups, community- and faith-based organizations, and tribal organizations. - Applicants must reside in the United States or U.S. territories. - For DFC purposes, a "coalition" is a community-based formal arrangement for cooperation among groups or sectors of a community, retaining their identities but working together toward building a safe, healthy, and drug-free community. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360196) by the stated deadline. - Prepare documentation demonstrating eligibility as a qualifying coalition and compliance with cost sharing/matching requirements. - Review the forthcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for full application instructions and required materials. --- ## Additional Information - This is a forecasted opportunity; the official NOFO will provide full details when released. - Cost sharing or matching funds are required. - Awardees are expected to implement evidence-based strategies and demonstrate measurable outcomes in reducing youth substance use. --- ## External Links - [DFC Support Program Forecast on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360196) - [CDC National Center for Injury Prevention and Control](https://www.cdc.gov/injury/index.html) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |---------------|-------------------------------|---------------| | Christi Jones | [DFC_NOFO@cdc.gov](mailto:DFC_NOFO@cdc.gov) | 000-000-0000 |

Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program – COMPETING CONTINUATION (Year 6)

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