The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) is offering a funding opportunity for the Drug-Free Communities Support Program (Opportunity number: CDC-RFA-CE-26-0220). This grant aims to support community coalitions in preventing and reducing youth substance use by strengthening collaborations and addressing risk factors. Approximately 50 awards of up to $125,000 annually for five years will be granted. Eligible applicants are community-based coalitions that have not previously received DFC funding, include representatives from 12 required sectors, and can secure a 100% non-federal match. Applications are due by February 12, 2026, and must include a project narrative, budget narrative, and various attachments demonstrating organizational capacity, a detailed 12-month action plan, and participation in the DFC National Cross-Site Evaluation. Key personnel, including an Authorized Organization Representative, Program Director/Principal Investigator, and Project Coordinator, are required. Registration with SAM.gov and Grants.gov is mandatory.

The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) is offering a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Drug-Free Communities Support Program: NEW (Year 1 – FY25 Cohort), with applications due by February 12, 2026. This grant, totaling $31,250,000 for 50 awards over five years (up to $125,000 per applicant annually), aims to establish and strengthen community collaborations to reduce youth substance use. Eligible applicants are community-based coalitions that have not previously received DFC funding, are 501(c)(3) organizations or partner with a fiscal agent, and meet specific statutory requirements, including representation from 12 key sectors and a 100% non-federal match. The program focuses on evidence-based prevention strategies, requiring a 12-month action plan addressing at least two substances, participation in a national cross-site evaluation, and submission of annual progress reports. Applicants must demonstrate organizational capacity and adhere to detailed budget guidelines and unallowable costs. Registration with SAM.gov and Grants.gov is mandatory, and an informational call is scheduled for January 12, 2026.

The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for its Drug-Free Communities Support Program: NEW (Year 1 – FY25 Cohort), with applications due February 12, 2026. This grant, with an opportunity number CDC-RFA-CE-26-0220, aims to establish and strengthen collaborations among community stakeholders to prevent and reduce youth substance use. It targets community coalitions that have not previously received DFC funding. The program expects to award 50 grants, each up to $125,000 per year for five years, totaling $31,250,000. Eligibility requires community-based coalitions to meet statutory requirements, including representation from 12 key sectors, a mission focused on youth substance use prevention, addressing at least two substances, and securing a 100% non-federal match. Funds cannot be used for research, clinical care (with exceptions), harm reduction services, furniture, equipment, or law enforcement equipment. Applicants must register with SAM.gov and Grants.gov and prepare a detailed application including a project narrative, budget narrative, and various attachments such as a sector table, meeting minutes, and a statement of legal eligibility.

The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) is offering a grant through the Drug-Free Communities Support Program (Opportunity Number: CDC-RFA-CE-26-0220). This funding opportunity, with applications due by February 12, 2026, aims to support community coalitions in preventing and reducing youth substance use. The program's goals include strengthening community collaborations and reducing substance use among youth and, over time, adults. Approximately 50 awards of up to $125,000 per 12-month budget period are expected over a five-year performance period, totaling $31,250,000. Eligible applicants are community-based coalitions that have not previously received DFC funding, reside in the U.S. or its territories, and meet specific statutory requirements, including a 100% non-federal match. The application requires a detailed project narrative, budget narrative, and attachments demonstrating organizational capacity, a 12-month action plan addressing at least two substances, and participation in the DFC National Cross-Site Evaluation. Unallowable costs include research, clinical care, harm reduction services, furniture, and certain law enforcement or educational expenses.

The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) is offering a funding opportunity for the Drug-Free Communities Support Program (Opportunity number: CDC-RFA-CE-26-0220). This grant, with applications due by February 12, 2026, aims to support community coalitions in preventing and reducing youth substance use. The program, managed by the CDC on behalf of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), seeks to establish and strengthen community collaborations and reduce substance use among youth and adults. Eligible applicants are community-based coalitions that have not previously received DFC funding, operate within the U.S. or its territories, meet specific statutory requirements (including representation from 12 sectors, a six-month operational history, and a 100% non-federal match), and have not received more than 10 years of DFC funding. The grant provides up to $125,000 annually for a five-year performance period, with a total program funding of $31,250,000 for 50 expected awards. Key application components include a project narrative, budget narrative, and attachments demonstrating eligibility, organizational capacity, a detailed 12-month action plan addressing at least two substances, and participation in the DFC National Cross-Site Evaluation. Funds cannot be used for research, clinical care, certain harm reduction services, or equipment/furniture purchases.

The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) is offering a funding opportunity for the Drug-Free Communities Support Program: NEW (Year 1 – FY25 Cohort), with applications due by February 12, 2026. This grant aims to support community coalitions in preventing and reducing youth substance use by strengthening collaborations and implementing evidence-based strategies. Eligible applicants are community-based coalitions that have not previously received DFC funding, must meet statutory requirements including representation from 12 sectors, and secure a 100% non-federal match. The program will award approximately 50 grants, each up to $125,000 annually for a five-year period. The application requires a detailed project narrative, a 12-month action plan, an evaluation plan, and documentation of organizational capacity and community coalition structure. Funds cannot be used for research, clinical care (with exceptions), harm reduction services, furniture, equipment, or law enforcement equipment. Applicants must register with SAM.gov and Grants.gov and can join an informational call on January 12, 2026.

The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) is offering a funding opportunity, CDC-RFA-CE-26-0220, for the Drug-Free Communities Support Program: NEW (Year 1 – FY25 Cohort). Applications are due by February 12, 2026, to support community coalitions in preventing and reducing youth substance use. The program aims to strengthen collaborations among community stakeholders and reduce substance use among youth and, over time, adults. Funding is a five-year grant, with up to $125,000 annually per applicant, requiring a 100% non-federal match. Eligible applicants are community-based coalitions that have not previously received DFC funding and meet specific statutory requirements, including representation from 12 key sectors. Applications will be evaluated based on background, approach, communities served, work plan, evaluation, and organizational capacity. Key personnel are required, and specific unallowable costs are outlined. Applicants must register with SAM.gov and Grants.gov.

The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Drug-Free Communities Support Program: NEW (Year 1 – FY25 Cohort), with applications due by February 12, 2026. This grant, opportunity number CDC-RFA-CE-26-0220, aims to establish and strengthen community collaborations to prevent and reduce youth substance use. The program expects to award 50 grants, each up to $125,000 annually for five years, totaling $31,250,000. Eligible applicants are community coalitions that have not previously received DFC funding, operate within the U.S. or its territories, meet specific statutory requirements (e.g., include representatives from 12 required sectors, address at least two substances, secure a 100% non-federal match), and are either 501(c)(3) organizations or partner with an eligible fiscal agent. The NOFO details a comprehensive application process, including project narratives, budget justifications, and various attachments, emphasizing a detailed 12-month action plan and participation in a national cross-site evaluation. Unallowable costs include research, clinical care, harm reduction services, furniture, equipment, and lobbying.

The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) is offering a funding opportunity, CDC-RFA-CE-26-0220, for the Drug-Free Communities Support Program: NEW (Year 1 – FY25 Cohort). Applications are due by February 12, 2026, to support community coalitions in preventing and reducing youth substance use. The program aims to strengthen community collaborations and reduce substance use among youth and adults by addressing risk factors and promoting protective factors. Fifty awards, each up to $125,000 annually for five years, are expected. Eligible applicants are community-based coalitions that have not previously received DFC funding, can receive federal funds, and secure a 100% non-federal match. Applications require a project narrative, budget narrative, and various attachments demonstrating organizational capacity, community coalition structure, and a detailed 12-month action plan outlining strategies and outcomes for at least two substances. Applicants must register with SAM.gov and Grants.gov and participate in the DFC National Cross-Site Evaluation.