Strengthening public health efforts and partnerships to protect and improve health in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
ID: 360331Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

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

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is offering a funding opportunity aimed at strengthening public health efforts and partnerships in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This cooperative agreement seeks to enhance Global Health Security by implementing programs that focus on preventing epidemics, improving early detection of public health threats, and enhancing response capabilities to infectious diseases. The total estimated funding for this initiative is $15,500,000, with an expected four awards to be made. Interested applicants can reach out to Broderick Yoerg at 404.234.0666 or via email at DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov for further information, with applications due by January 2, 2026, and project commencement anticipated by September 30, 2026.

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