Maternal and Child Health Research Consortium (MCH RC)
ID: 355630Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS-HRSA)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355630
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Jan 17, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  4. 4
    Due Apr 23, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Maternal and Child Health Research Consortium (MCH RC), aimed at enhancing maternal and child health outcomes through collaborative research. This initiative seeks to fund up to three cooperative agreements, each providing up to $600,000 for the first year and $800,000 in subsequent years, focusing on bridging evidence gaps and translating research into practice, particularly in underserved communities. Eligible applicants include public and nonprofit institutions engaged in maternal and child health research, while individual applicants and foreign entities are excluded. Applications are due by April 23, 2025, and interested parties can contact Jessica DiBari, PhD, MHS, or Maura Maloney, PhD, MS, at MCH_RC@hrsa.gov for further information.

Point(s) of Contact
MCH_RC@hrsa.gov
Files
Title
Posted
MCHB-HRSA-25-020-(U0A)-MCH-RC-final.pdf
Jan 19, 2025, 12:05 PM UTC
The Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Maternal and Child Health Research Consortium (MCH RC) aimed at improving maternal and child health outcomes. Applications are due by April 23, 2025, for research studies that align with MCHB's priorities under Title V of the Social Security Act. The initiative aims to fund up to three cooperative agreements, each receiving up to $600,000 for the first year and $800,000 in subsequent years. Eligible applicants include public or nonprofit institutions involved in maternal and child health research, while individual applicants and foreign entities are not eligible. The program's objectives include enhancing research infrastructure, bridging evidence gaps, and translating research into practice. Collaboration with strategic partners, especially from underserved communities, is emphasized. Recipients are expected to produce a minimum of two peer-reviewed publications annually and to mentor early-career investigators. The document provides comprehensive guidelines on preparation, application submission, and post-award management. The overarching goal is to foster collaborative research that informs health policy and enhances health equity, ultimately benefiting mothers, children, and families nationwide.
Similar Opportunities
Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Base and Matching Grants NCC Update
Health Resources and Services Administration
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is forecasting the availability of Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Base and Matching Grants for fiscal year 2025. The program aims to enhance maternal and child health, early childhood development, and family well-being by providing voluntary, evidence-based home visiting services to pregnant individuals and parents of young children, particularly in communities at risk for adverse health outcomes. With an estimated total program funding of $487.8 million and approximately 56 awards anticipated, interested applicants, specifically nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, can reach out to Nathaniel Stritzinger at (301) 443-8590 or via email at nstritzinger@hrsa.gov for further information. The synopsis is expected to be posted on January 21, 2025, with a closing date of April 21, 2025, and project start date anticipated for September 30, 2025.
Understanding the Impact of Healthcare System and Clinician Factors on Disparities in Maternal Morbidity and Mortality (R01 - Clinical Trial Optional)
National Institutes of Health
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled "Understanding the Impact of Healthcare System and Clinician Factors on Disparities in Maternal Morbidity and Mortality" (NOFO PAR-24-059). This initiative aims to support multidisciplinary research focused on addressing the high rates of maternal morbidity and mortality in the United States, particularly among racial and ethnic minorities, socioeconomically disadvantaged groups, and underserved rural populations. The program encourages innovative intervention studies that evaluate healthcare factors affecting maternal health, with the goal of reducing disparities and improving outcomes across the continuum of care from prenatal to postpartum. Eligible applicants include a range of organizations, and awards can last up to five years, with budgets tailored to project needs. Interested parties can find more information and apply by visiting the NIH grants website, with the application deadline set for January 7, 2027.
Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Innovation and Improvement Center
Health Resources and Services Administration
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is forecasting a funding opportunity for the Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Innovation and Improvement Center, aimed at enhancing the quality of pediatric emergency care. The initiative will focus on implementing evidence-based clinical guidelines and improving pediatric readiness in prehospital EMS agencies and hospital Emergency Departments, particularly through the establishment of learning management platforms for rural EMS practitioners. This cooperative agreement, with an estimated total program funding of $2.5 million, is expected to result in one award, with applications due by January 20, 2025, and project commencement anticipated on July 1, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to Jocelyn Hulbert at (301) 443-7436 or via email at jhulbert@hrsa.gov for further information.
Limited Competition: Advancing the Science of Complementary and Integrative Health Approaches to Improve Maternal Health Outcomes (R01 Clinical Trial Required)
National Institutes of Health
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a limited competition grant opportunity titled "Advancing the Science of Complementary and Integrative Health Approaches to Improve Maternal Health Outcomes," aimed at currently funded investigators of the NIH's IMPROVE initiative. This funding opportunity invites applications for multi-site feasibility clinical trials that explore complementary and integrative health interventions to enhance maternal health outcomes, focusing on the development of necessary preliminary data for larger future studies. The initiative seeks to address preventable causes of maternal mortality, particularly among vulnerable populations, by assessing recruitment strategies, intervention fidelity, and the integration of diverse health approaches. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by May 5, 2025, with a total funding availability of $1.5 million, and can direct inquiries to grantsinfo@nih.gov for further information.
National Coordinating Center for Accelerating Primary Care Association Technical Assistance and Training Impact Cooperative Agreement
Health Resources and Services Administration
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is offering a cooperative agreement titled "National Coordinating Center for Accelerating Primary Care Association Technical Assistance and Training Impact." This initiative aims to enhance the capacity of Primary Care Associations (PCAs) to improve the operational and clinical efficiency of health centers through collaboration, engagement, and the sharing of best practices. The program is crucial for strengthening health service delivery, particularly in underserved communities, by fostering effective training and technical assistance. The estimated total funding for this opportunity is $1,000,000, with approximately 20 awards expected. Interested applicants, including public entities, institutions of higher education, tribes, for-profit organizations, small businesses, and nonprofits, should contact Marlene Saez-Banks at msaezbanks@hrsa.gov for further information. The application period is anticipated to open on April 30, 2025, with a closing date of June 30, 2025, and project start dates expected around September 1, 2025.
National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety
Administration for Children and Families - OHS
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS), is forecasting a federal grant opportunity for the establishment of a National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety (NC HBHS) with an estimated funding amount of $7,800,000. The primary objective of this cooperative agreement is to provide training and technical assistance that is evidence-based and promotes best practices to enhance professional development outcomes for staff and improve health, behavioral health, and safety outcomes for children and families enrolled in Head Start and Early Head Start programs. This initiative is crucial for addressing complex issues such as child nutrition, mental health promotion, and emergency preparedness, thereby contributing to the overall well-being of children and families. Interested applicants, including faith-based and community organizations, must submit their applications by April 22, 2025, with the award expected to be announced by August 15, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Sangeeta Parikshak at (888) 242-0684 or via email at OHSgrants@koniag-gs.com.
Notice of Intent to Publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Rare Diseases Clinical Research Consortia (RDCRC) for the Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
National Institutes of Health
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is preparing to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Rare Diseases Clinical Research Consortia (RDCRC) as part of the Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN). This initiative aims to solicit applications for collaborative, multi-site research focused on advancing the diagnosis, management, and treatment of rare diseases, with an emphasis on addressing unmet clinical trial readiness needs. The funding, estimated at $1 million, will support specialized centers through cooperative agreements, with the NOFO expected to be published in winter 2024 and applications due in summer 2024. Interested applicants should prepare to develop meaningful collaborations, as the estimated award date is set for July 1, 2025.
Research to Advance the Science of Primary Care (R01)
Agency for Health Care Research and Quality
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Research to Advance the Science of Primary Care (R01) grant. This initiative aims to build evidence on the characteristics and value of primary care that significantly influence patient outcomes and promote health equity, addressing challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, such as workforce issues and access disparities. The funding opportunity encourages innovative research focused on enhancing the quality, safety, accessibility, affordability, and equity of primary care, with a maximum budget of $500,000 per year for projects lasting up to five years. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by June 5, 2024, and can direct inquiries to GrantQueries@ahrq.hhs.gov for further information.
Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) Center
Health Resources and Services Administration
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is forecasting a grant opportunity titled "Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) Center," aimed at reducing morbidity and mortality associated with HHT. The program's objectives include expanding access to care for HHT patients and developing a de-identified patient data registry to enhance understanding of this rare disease and its treatment outcomes. This cooperative agreement is crucial for improving health outcomes for affected individuals and is open to various domestic public or private entities, including faith-based organizations. The estimated total program funding is $2,000,000, with one award expected, and interested applicants should note that the synopsis is anticipated to be posted on January 10, 2025, with a closing date of April 11, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Nordia Williams at (240) 475-3310 or via email at Nwilliams1@hrsa.gov.
Limited Competition: Clinical Research Sites (CRS) for the MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study (MWCCS) (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
National Institutes of Health
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the renewal of the MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study (MWCCS), aimed at funding up to 13 Clinical Research Sites (CRS) for a six-year period from 2026 to 2032. This initiative focuses on continuing research into the health determinants affecting middle-aged and older adults living with HIV, utilizing a populomics approach to address health disparities and improve quality of life for these populations. The funding opportunity is part of a broader NIH commitment to HIV research, with an anticipated investment of approximately $34.17 million, and applications are due by May 2, 2025. Interested applicants can find more information and contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov for inquiries.