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

Buyer

Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS-HRSA)

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

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
    Description

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is forecasting a grant opportunity titled the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Research Consortium, aimed at establishing a consortium of research institutions to address evidence gaps in pregnancy, postpartum, and childhood populations. Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, public or non-profit institutions engaged in maternal and child health research, and faith-based or community-based organizations, with a requirement to provide proof of non-profit status if applicable. This initiative is critical for advancing research priorities in maternal and child health, with an estimated total program funding of $1.8 million and an expected three awards to be made. Interested parties should note that the synopsis is expected to be posted on December 9, 2024, with applications due by March 10, 2025, and the project is anticipated to commence on September 1, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Jessica DiBari or Maura Maloney at (301) 443-2170 or via email at MCH_RC@hrsa.gov.

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