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

May 2026

Estimated total program funding: $25,000,000; ~3 awards expected; award ceiling/floor not specified.

Supports capacity building in Ethiopia to meet International Health Regulations targets, focusing on public health security and emergency response.

This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected and subject to change.

--- ## Description This forecasted funding opportunity from the Centers for Disease Control-GHC aims to strengthen Ethiopia's capacity to achieve International Health Regulations (IHR) compliance. The program focuses on developing and enhancing the country's ability to prevent, detect, and respond to priority diseases and public health threats. Strategic areas include laboratory systems, workforce development, disease surveillance, emergency response, antimicrobial resistance, immunization, and health information system strengthening. The initiative builds upon previous CDC-supported projects and ongoing collaboration with the Ethiopian government and public health institutions. --- ## Due Dates - May 2026 (anticipated/projected): Full application deadline (electronically submitted applications due by 11:59 pm ET) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $25,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 3 - Award ceiling and floor: Not specified - Funding instrument: Cooperative Agreement --- ## Eligibility - Open to a wide range of applicants, including: - 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) - 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) - No cost sharing or matching requirement --- ## Application Process - Submit applications electronically by the anticipated deadline (May 2026, 11:59 pm ET). - Monitor the [official grants.gov listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360333) for updates and application instructions as the forecasted date approaches. - Prepare to address the strategic focus areas outlined in the program description. --- ## Additional Information - The CDC office in Ethiopia collaborates closely with the Ministry of Health, Ethiopian Public Health Institute, and other governmental agencies. - The program builds on CDC’s Global Health Security Framework and multi-sector partnerships established since 2001. - Focus areas include laboratory strengthening, workforce training, surveillance, emergency response, antimicrobial resistance, immunization, and health information systems. --- ## External Links - [CDC-GHC (Funder Home Page)](https://www.cdc.gov/global-health/about/index.html) - [Grants.gov Forecasted Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360333) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |-------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------| | Broderick Yoerg | [DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov](mailto:DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov) | 404-234-0666 | | General CDC Info | [Media@cdc.gov](mailto:Media@cdc.gov) | (800)-232-4636| ---

Support Ethiopias Capacity to Meet International Health Regulations Requirements

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