[Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)](https://www.cdc.gov)

January 2, 2026 (Forecasted)

Estimated total funding: $75,000,000 | Expected awards: 3 | Award ceiling/floor not specified

Supports strengthening regional and country-level public health and epidemiological workforce capacity through collaborative program development and implementation.

This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details may change.

--- ## Description This opportunity aims to address public health workforce (PHW) development needs and strengthen the capacity to prevent, detect, and respond to diseases and public health priorities, including outbreaks. The focus is on enhancing epidemiologic workforce and program capacity at both regional and country levels, fostering collaboration among PHW development programs, and supporting networking with global and regional partners. Field Epidemiology Training Programs (FETP) are a central component, but other workforce development approaches are also encouraged. Activities may include training, scientific conferences, meetings, establishing standards, monitoring and evaluation, and improving communication. Awardees will work closely with the CDC and partners to assess PHW needs, develop plans to address gaps, and strengthen existing programs, particularly in collaboration with Ministries of Health and public health institutions. --- ## Due Dates - Forecasted application due date: January 2, 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 - Estimated total program funding: $75,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 3 - Award ceiling and floor: Not specified --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State, county, city, or township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and State-controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) - Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status, other than institutions of higher education) - For-profit organizations (other than small businesses) - Small businesses - Unrestricted (open to any type of entity listed above) *No cost sharing or matching requirement.* --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360345). - Carefully review the full funding announcement and follow all submission instructions. - Collaborate with relevant partners and stakeholders as appropriate for your proposal. - Contact the program officer for any clarifications prior to submission. --- ## Additional Information - This is a cooperative agreement; awardees will be expected to collaborate closely with CDC. - Focus areas include workforce training, networking, scientific meetings, and strengthening surveillance and outbreak response capacities. - Strong emphasis on Field Epidemiology Training Programs (FETP), but other innovative workforce development strategies are encouraged. --- ## External Links - [Full opportunity details on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360345) - [CDC main website](https://www.cdc.gov) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |--------------------|----------------------------------------|---------------| | Broderick Yoerg | [DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov](mailto:DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov) | 404-234-0666 |

Strengthening and Development of Sustainable Regional Public Health and Epidemiological Workforce Capacity through Collaboration, Program Development, and Implementation

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