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): July 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $950,000 per award (ceiling), up to 10 awards; total program funding $9,500,000 (projected)
Summary: Supports statewide or tribal initiatives to place early childhood development experts in pediatric practices and improve team-based care for young children and families.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected and subject to change.
Description
This opportunity aims to advance the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ priorities in preventing chronic disease and promoting healthy development in early childhood. Awardees—organizations with statewide or tribal reach—will place early childhood development (ECD) experts in local pediatric practices to deliver team-based, comprehensive care to young children and their families. The program focuses on:
- Screening families for needs related to mental health, housing, nutrition, and child development.
- Building safe, stable, and nurturing relationships between caregivers and children.
- Educating caregivers on developmental milestones.
- Ensuring families receive referrals and access to specialized support.
Recipients are expected to serve pediatric practices that primarily care for families covered by Medicaid or CHIP, build skills among pediatric primary care staff, and improve statewide administrative policies and financing strategies to expand and sustain team-based pediatric care.
