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

May 2026 (full application deadline, projected)

Estimated total program funding: $125,000,000; ~4 awards expected; award ceiling/floor not specified.

Supports building and sustaining resilient public health systems in Ghana to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats.

--- ## Description This opportunity aims to strengthen and sustain Ghana’s public health infrastructure, enhancing its ability to identify, respond to, and mitigate public health threats. The program will build on previous CDC-funded activities in laboratory systems, surveillance, emergency response, and workforce development, and will expand to include surveillance and laboratory capacity in border districts, as well as sequencing and bioinformatics. The overarching goal is to improve Ghana’s capacity to prevent avoidable epidemics, detect disease threats early, and respond rapidly and effectively to health emergencies. The program emphasizes collaboration with multi-sectoral and multilateral partners to maximize impact and foster sustainable improvements in global health security. --- ## Due Dates - May 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: $125,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 4 - Award ceiling and floor: Not specified - Funding Instrument: Cooperative Agreement - Project duration: Not specified (refer to program page for updates) --- ## 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 other organizations) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (excluding 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. - Monitor the [Grants.gov opportunity listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360455) for updates and official application instructions. - Prepare to address program goals, demonstrate capacity for public health systems strengthening, and outline collaboration plans with relevant partners. --- ## Additional Information - The program builds on existing CDC partnerships and expands to new areas such as border district surveillance and bioinformatics. - Award start date is anticipated to be September 2026, with awards announced in August 2026 (subject to change). - No cost sharing is required. --- ## External Links - [Opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360455) - [CDC Global Health Center – About](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 Global Health Center | [Media@cdc.gov](mailto:Media@cdc.gov) | (800)-232-4636 | For general program information, visit the [CDC Global Health Center contact page](https://www.cdc.gov/cdc-info/).

Protecting and Improving Global Public Health: Strengthening and Sustaining Public Health Systems in Ghana

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