Research Coordinating Center
ID: 355632Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS-HRSA)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is forecasting a funding opportunity for a Research Coordinating Center through a cooperative agreement aimed at enhancing collaboration among Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) research grantees and other stakeholders. The primary objective of this initiative is to promote strategic partnerships that will advance the evidence base on critical issues affecting maternal and child health populations, while also maximizing the impact of MCHB's research investments. This opportunity is significant as it seeks to establish a continuous learning community, implement cross-site evaluations, and develop tools for translating research into practice. The estimated total program funding is $501,000, with one award expected, and interested applicants can reach out to Jessica DiBari and Maura Maloney at (301) 443-2170 or via email at MCHB_CC@hrsa.gov. Key deadlines include the synopsis post date on December 18, 2024, and the close date on March 18, 2025, with the project anticipated to start on September 1, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jessica DiBari and Maura Maloney
    (301) 443-2170
    MCHB_CC@hrsa.gov
    Files
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