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

June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Estimated total funding: $5,000,000; ~3 awards expected; award ceiling not specified.

Supports strengthening Uganda’s capacity for rapid detection and effective response to public health threats, focusing on surveillance, laboratory, and preparedness systems.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to strengthen Uganda’s public health security by enhancing its ability to rapidly detect and respond to health threats. The program addresses gaps identified in the 2023 Joint External Evaluation of Uganda’s Global Health Security capacities. Priority areas include improving surveillance systems, laboratory capacity, rapid response mechanisms, and countermeasures for both human and zoonotic diseases. Additional objectives involve advancing multi-sectoral preparedness (including water and multi-hazard readiness), supporting national legislation for health emergencies, establishing a national border health program, and expanding the National Integrated Surveillance System (NISS) for integrated data tracking and response. --- ## 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: $5,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 3 - Award ceiling and floor: Not specified Funding is provided as a cooperative agreement, with no cost sharing or matching requirement. --- ## 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 higher education institutions) - Private institutions of higher education - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - Unrestricted (open to any type of entity listed above) There are no additional eligibility restrictions specified. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically by the anticipated deadline. - Review the opportunity listing on [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360339) for updates and detailed instructions as the official announcement is released. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Additional Information - This is a forecasted opportunity; details may be subject to change once the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is officially posted. - The program targets sustainable improvements in Uganda’s public health infrastructure, emphasizing integration and operationalization of surveillance, laboratory, and emergency response systems. --- ## External Links - [Opportunity Listing on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360339) - [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| For general inquiries, visit the [CDC Contact Page](https://www.cdc.gov/cdc-info/).

Improving Health Security and Building International Health Regulations Core Capacities in the Republic of Uganda

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