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

June 2026

Estimated total program funding: $15,500,000 | Expected number of awards: 4 | Award ceiling/floor not specified

Supports public health efforts and global health security in the Democratic Republic of the Congo through prevention, detection, and response to infectious disease threats.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to strengthen public health systems and global health security in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The program builds on previous CDC-supported activities, focusing on partnerships with Ministries of Health and other governmental institutions. Key objectives include: - Improving prevention of avoidable epidemics, including natural outbreaks and accidental or intentional releases of dangerous pathogens. - Enhancing early detection and reporting of emerging public health threats. - Expanding capacity for rapid and effective response to infectious diseases and public health emergencies of international concern. The cooperative agreement mechanism emphasizes collaboration and capacity building to protect and improve health both locally and globally. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $15,500,000 - Expected number of awards: 4 - Award ceiling and floor are not specified - Cost sharing or matching is not required Funding is intended to support multi-year cooperative agreements, but specific duration and award sizes may vary by project. --- ## Eligibility Eligibility is broad and includes, but is not limited to: - 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 tribal organizations) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status, other than 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 additional restrictions noted in the eligibility description. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically by the anticipated due date. - The opportunity will be posted on [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360331) when the official announcement is made. - Review the program page for updates to deadlines and submission instructions. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Additional Information - The program is a cooperative agreement, indicating substantial involvement by CDC staff in project activities. - Focus is on capacity building, epidemic prevention, early threat detection, and rapid response in the DRC. - This is a forecasted opportunity; specific details may be updated in the formal Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). --- ## External Links - [Funder Home Page – CDC Global Health Center](https://www.cdc.gov/global-health/about/index.html) - [Forecasted Grant Opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360331) --- ## Contact Information | Name / Office | Email | Phone | |------------------------ |-----------------------------------------|---------------| | Broderick Yoerg / CDC-GHC | [DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov](mailto:DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov) | 404.234.0666 | | General CDC Info | [Media@cdc.gov](mailto:Media@cdc.gov) | (800)-232-4636 | ---

Strengthening public health efforts and partnerships to protect and improve health in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

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