Promoting Resources and Opportunities for People with Autism and Fragile X and their Families Across the Lifespan
ID: 360357Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Centers for Disease Control - NCBDDD (HHS-CDC-NCBDDD)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360357
Timeline
    Description

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a cooperative agreement grant titled "Promoting Resources and Opportunities for People with Autism and Fragile X and their Families Across the Lifespan." This initiative aims to gather unique data to enhance understanding of the resources and opportunities necessary to improve outcomes for individuals with autism and Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) throughout their lives. The program consists of three components: data collection on autistic teens and young adults, data collection on individuals with FXS, and dissemination of public health products to support these populations. The total estimated funding for this program is $18 million, with 11 awards expected to be made. Interested applicants can reach out to Seema Gupta at (770) 488-6527 or via email at cvk9@cdc.gov for further information. Applications must be submitted electronically by January 30, 2026, with the project anticipated to start on July 1, 2026.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Seema Gupta
    (770) 488-6527
    cvk9@cdc.gov
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