[Centers for Disease Control-GHC](https://www.cdc.gov/global-health/about/index.html)

August 22, 2025 (Forecasted post date) | March 20, 2026 (Estimated application due date)

Estimated total program funding: $5,000,000; 2 awards expected; award size not specified.

Supports strengthening public health systems in India to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats.

Forecasted opportunity; dates and details may change.

--- ## Description This opportunity aims to enhance the capacity and sustainability of public health systems in India, focusing on preventing, detecting, and responding to infectious disease outbreaks and other public health emergencies. The program supports the advancement of Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) priorities and will facilitate the transition of CDC-supported initiatives to Indian government institutions such as the National Centre for Disease Control, National Health Mission, and others. The grant emphasizes a One Health approach aligned with International Health Regulations, targeting improvements in public health workforce, disease surveillance, laboratory systems, emergency preparedness and response, and antimicrobial resistance. --- ## Due Dates - August 22, 2025: Forecasted post date - March 20, 2026: Estimated application due date (applications due by 11:59 pm ET) - Archive date: April 19, 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $5,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 2 - Award ceiling and floor: Not specified - Projected award date: August 31, 2026 - Estimated project start date: September 30, 2026 --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) - State, county, city, or township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) - Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized) - Public/Indian housing authorities - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - Unrestricted (open to any type of entity listed above) No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Application Process - Submission is electronic via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360336). - Applications must be submitted by 11:59 pm ET on the due date. - Review the program forecast and prepare for updates as this is a forecasted opportunity. --- ## Additional Information - This is a cooperative agreement, indicating substantial involvement from CDC. - The opportunity is forecasted and subject to change; monitor the program page for updates. - The program will work closely with Indian government health institutions to build sustainable public health infrastructure. --- ## External Links - [Opportunity listing on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360336) - [Centers for Disease Control-GHC (Funder page)](https://www.cdc.gov/global-health/about/index.html) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |-------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------| | Broderick Yoerg | [DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov](mailto:DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov) | 404.234.0666 | | CDC-GHC General | [Media@cdc.gov](mailto:Media@cdc.gov) | (800)-232-4636| ---

Enhancing Capacity & Accelerating Sustainability of Public Health Systems in India to Prevent, Detect and Respond to Infectious Disease Outbreaks and Other Public Health Emergencies

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