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

June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Estimated total program funding: $25,000,000 | Expected number of awards: 3 | Award ceiling/floor not specified

Supports global public health by strengthening laboratory systems, workforce, diagnostics, and emergency preparedness to improve response to health threats.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, administered by the Centers for Disease Control-GHC, aims to enhance global laboratory systems to better manage biological risks, deploy diagnostics, and conduct pathogen sequencing. The program focuses on protecting and improving public health worldwide through: - Strengthening public health laboratory systems - Improving the laboratory workforce - Enhancing bio-risk management - Reinforcing emergency laboratory preparedness (aligned with the 7-1-7 outbreak response paradigm) - Improving laboratory quality management systems - Expanding diagnostic capacity, including rapid tests in low-resource settings and genomic sequencing for pathogens with pandemic potential Recipients previously funded under CDC-RFA-GH20-2109 may apply to expand their efforts into additional countries, with special consideration for such proposals. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (Full application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $25,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 3 - Award ceiling and floor: Not specified (see program guidance for updates) - Funding Instrument: Cooperative Agreement --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State, county, city, or township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized and others) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status, except institutions of higher education) - Private institutions of higher education - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - Unrestricted (open to any type of entity listed above) There are no cost sharing or matching requirements. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically by the anticipated deadline. - Detailed application instructions will be provided in the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) once posted. - Monitor the [Grants.gov listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360343) for updates and official release. --- ## Additional Information - Laboratory recipients previously funded under CDC-RFA-GH20-2109 may apply to expand efforts in additional countries, with special consideration for these expansions. - The opportunity is forecasted; all information is subject to change pending the release of the official NOFO. --- ## External Links - [Funder Home Page](https://www.cdc.gov/global-health/about/index.html) - [Official Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360343) --- ## 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 global laboratory systems to safely manage biological risks, deploy diagnostics and sequence pathogens to strengthen health protection worldwide

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