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

April 8, 2025 (Forecasted)

Estimated total program funding: $5,000,000 | Expected number of awards: 4 | No cost sharing required

CDC cooperative agreement to strengthen India's public health systems via local partnerships, focusing on infectious disease prevention, detection, and response.

Forecasted opportunity; final details may change upon official release.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, offered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Global Health Center (CDC-GHC), aims to support district, state, and national public health systems in India. The goal is to advance the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) by preventing, detecting, and responding to infectious disease threats. The CDC will collaborate with the Government of India to build capacity for controlling disease outbreaks at their source and neutralizing public health threats. The program will transition CDC-supported GHSA initiatives to Indian institutions, including the National Centre for Disease Control, National Health Mission, Indian Council of Medical Research, National Disaster Management Authority, National Institute of Disaster Management, and All India Institute of Medical Sciences. The initiative emphasizes a One Health approach and aligns with International Health Regulations, focusing on: - Public health workforce development - Disease surveillance - Laboratory systems strengthening - Emergency preparedness and response - Combating antimicrobial resistance --- ## Due Dates - **Forecasted Application Due Date:** April 8, 2025 (applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 pm ET) - **Estimated Award Date:** August 28, 2025 - **Estimated Project Start Date:** September 30, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - **Estimated Total Program Funding:** $5,000,000 - **Expected Number of Awards:** 4 - **Cost Sharing/Matching:** Not required - **Award Ceiling/Floor:** Not specified (see official announcement for updates) --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include a broad range of organizations: - State, county, city, or township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized and other tribal organizations) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status, other than institutions of higher education) - For-profit organizations (other than small businesses) - Small businesses - Unrestricted (open to any type of entity listed above) There are no additional eligibility restrictions noted at this time. --- ## Application Process - This is a **forecasted opportunity**; the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is expected to be posted in February 2025. - Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356083). - Review the official NOFO upon release for detailed application instructions, required documents, and evaluation criteria. --- ## Additional Information - The program is a cooperative agreement, indicating substantial involvement by CDC staff in project implementation. - The initiative is designed to transition CDC-supported activities to Indian government institutions, ensuring sustainability. - Focus areas are aligned with international standards and the One Health approach, integrating human, animal, and environmental health. --- ## External Links - [CDC Global Health Center (Funder Home)](https://www.cdc.gov/global-health/about/index.html/) - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Page (CDC-RFA-JG-25-0140)](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356083) - [Assistance Listing 93.318 – Protecting and Improving Health Globally](https://sam.gov/content/assistance-listings) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |----------------|------------------------------------|---------------| | Shana Eatman | [DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov](mailto:DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov) | 770-488-3933 | | CDC Info | [Media@cdc.gov](mailto:Media@cdc.gov) | (800)-232-4636| ---

Strengthening global health security in India through local partnerships to prevent, detect, and respond to public health threats

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