Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program (MIECHV)
This grant funds voluntary home visiting services to support the health, development, and well-being of pregnant women, infants, and young children using evidence-based practices.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Approx. $11.6M per award; total program funding ~$650.4M; 56 awards expected; project period: 1 year
Summary: Supports evidence-based home visiting services to improve maternal, infant, and early childhood health and family well-being in states and eligible jurisdictions.
Key Information: Cost sharing or matching is required.
Description
This opportunity provides funding to support the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Program. The program aims to improve maternal and child health, early childhood development, and family well-being by delivering voluntary, evidence-based home visiting services to pregnant women and families with young children. These services are intended to strengthen family functioning, promote healthy development, and reduce child maltreatment and adverse outcomes in vulnerable communities.
