Transforming Pediatrics for Early Childhood (TPEC) Program
This grant funds organizations to place early childhood experts in pediatric practices, improving team-based care and child development for families on Medicaid or CHIP, and enhancing statewide pediatric care policies.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $950,000 per award; ~$9.5M total program funding; 10 awards expected; 1-year duration
Summary: Supports statewide or tribal initiatives placing early childhood development experts in pediatric practices to improve team-based care for young children and families.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity—dates and details may change; check the program page for updates.
Description
This program aims to advance early childhood health by embedding early childhood development (ECD) experts in pediatric practices, particularly those serving families covered by Medicaid or CHIP. Recipients will use comprehensive, team-based care to address critical factors in child development, including mental health, housing, nutrition, and caregiver-child relationships. The program seeks measurable improvements in pediatric care quality, access, and early childhood development outcomes by:
- Placing ECD experts in local pediatric practices
- Building skills of pediatric primary care staff statewide or within tribal jurisdictions
- Improving policies and financing strategies to sustain and expand team-based pediatric care
The initiative is part of broader efforts to prevent chronic disease early in life and promote healthy development during early childhood.
