[Centers for Disease Control-GHC](https://www.cdc.gov/)

February 17, 2026 (Forecasted)

Approx. $13,000,000 total for Year 1; up to 3 awards anticipated; subject to availability of funds.

Supports the acceleration and sustainability of HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment services in Kinshasa and Haut Katanga, DRC, in alignment with PEPFAR and global health strategies.

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

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to accelerate and sustain lifesaving HIV prevention, care, and treatment services in selected Health Zones within the Kinshasa and Haut Katanga regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The program is designed to help achieve HIV epidemic control by implementing evidence-based and innovative interventions, especially for populations unaware of their HIV status, people living with HIV not on treatment, and those needing preventive services. Awardees are expected to: - Provide direct support and technical assistance to the DRC Ministry of Health to enhance HIV service delivery. - Strengthen the technical capacity of provincial and Health Zone teams in data analysis, data quality improvement, and data use for decision-making. - Engage community organizations to improve the uptake, linkage, and retention of HIV services. The initiative aligns with the America First Global Health Strategy and broader global efforts to eliminate HIV/AIDS as a public health threat, while also strengthening the self-reliance of local public health systems. --- ## Due Dates - Forecasted application due date: February 17, 2026 (applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 pm ET). *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Approximate total funding for Year 1: $13,000,000 (subject to availability of funds). - Up to 3 awards anticipated. - No specified award ceiling or floor; actual award amounts may vary. --- ## 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) - 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) No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically by the stated deadline. - Detailed instructions and requirements will be provided in the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) when published. - Monitor the [grants.gov listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360705) for updates and the official application package. --- ## Additional Information - The program is a cooperative agreement, indicating substantial involvement by CDC staff. - The focus is on evidence-based interventions, health system strengthening, and transition to host country ownership. - Engagement with community organizations is encouraged to maximize service uptake and retention. --- ## External Links - [Grant Forecast and Details on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360705) - [Centers for Disease Control-GHC](https://www.cdc.gov/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Office | Email | Notes | |----------------------|-------------------------------|----------------------------------------| | DGHT NOFOs | [pepfarfoas@cdc.gov](mailto:pepfarfoas@cdc.gov) | For questions regarding this NOFO |

Achieving and maintaining sustainable epidemic control through lifesaving HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment services in the Kinshasa and Haut Katanga Regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) under PEPFAR

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