[Food and Drug Administration](https://www.fda.gov/)

Forecasted (Estimated Application Due Date not yet posted)

$250,000 (single award; cooperative agreement; no cost sharing required)

Supports innovative, community-based education and outreach to raise public awareness about the risks of using skin lightening products.

Clinical trials are not allowed; opportunity is currently forecasted, not open.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity from the FDA aims to expand and advance the work of the Office of Minority Health and Health Equity (OMHHE) by supporting education, outreach, and public awareness activities regarding the use and potential risks of skin lightening products (such as those containing hydroquinone). The program seeks applicants who can propose innovative, community-based strategies and activities to strengthen the science base for education and public health awareness on this topic. The ultimate goal is to reduce health risks associated with skin lightening products through effective, evidence-based outreach. --- ## Due Dates - This is a **forecasted opportunity**; the estimated application due date has not yet been posted. - Researchers should monitor [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356053) for updates on the official application window. --- ## Funding Amount - **Award Ceiling:** $250,000 - **Award Floor:** $250,000 - **Number of Awards:** 1 - **Funding Instrument:** Cooperative Agreement - **Cost Sharing/Matching:** Not required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State governments - County governments - City or township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) - Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) - Private institutions of higher education - For-profit organizations (other than small businesses) - Small businesses - Unrestricted (open to any type of entity listed above) --- ## Application Process - The opportunity is currently in the **forecasted** stage; application materials and deadlines are not yet available. - When open, applications will be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356053). - Applicants should prepare to propose innovative, community-based educational and outreach strategies focused on the risks of skin lightening products. - Clinical trials are **not** permitted under this funding opportunity. --- ## Additional Information - The program is managed by the FDA's Office of Minority Health and Health Equity (OMHHE). - The focus is on strengthening the science base for education and public health awareness, particularly in communities most affected by the use of skin lightening products. - Only one award is expected to be made. --- ## External Links - [FDA Funder Page](https://www.fda.gov/) - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356053) - [FDA Contact Page](https://www.fda.gov/about-fda/contact-fda) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |--------------|---------|-----------------------------------------|---------------| | Terrin Brown | Grantor | [terrin.brown@fda.hhs.gov](mailto:terrin.brown@fda.hhs.gov) | 240-402-7610 | | FDA General | | [patientaffairs@fda.hhs.gov](mailto:patientaffairs@fda.hhs.gov) | (888)-463-6332 |

Educational Funding Opportunity: Expanding education on skin lightening products (U01) Clinical Trials Not Allowed

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