This program funds seven regional hubs to expand and improve care for people with sickle cell disease by partnering locally and tracking quality of life outcomes.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $950,000 per award; ~$6.65M total program funding; 7 awards expected; 1 year duration (projected)
Summary: Supports regional hubs to expand access, improve care quality, and track outcomes for people with sickle cell disease in the U.S.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity—dates and details are subject to change.
This cooperative agreement program aims to improve the health and quality of life for people with sickle cell disease (SCD) by expanding access to care, enhancing the quality of services, and tracking quality of life indicators. The program will fund seven regional awardees, each serving as a Regional Coordinating Hub (RCH), to work with clinical and community partners in their region. Activities include continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives, expanding access to evidence-based care, and supporting the transition from pediatric to adult care for individuals with SCD.