Protecting and Improving Global Public Health: Strengthening and Sustaining Public Health Systems in Ghana

The funding opportunity titled "Protecting and Improving Global Public Health: Strengthening and Sustaining Public Health Systems in Ghana" is administered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This opportunity reflects CDC’s commitment to enhancing global health security and resilience through strategic international partnerships. With a projected total funding of $125 million and an expected start date of September 30, 2026, this cooperative agreement aims to sustain and elevate public health infrastructure in Ghana to effectively respond to infectious disease threats. The program's core objective is to fortify Ghana's public health systems in areas such as disease surveillance, laboratory capacity, emergency preparedness and response, and workforce development. This builds upon previous investments by CDC in similar domains, thereby ensuring continuity and leveraging existing systems for greater impact. The initiative also includes enhancements in border district surveillance, laboratory capabilities, and new components such as sequencing and bioinformatics, indicating a broader scope and adaptation to emerging technological needs in global health. The funding is discretionary and forecasted to result in up to four awards. While the funding ceilings and floors are not definitively stated, the high total program funding implies significant individual awards. Importantly, there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement for applicants, reducing the financial barrier for participation. The assistance listings number associated with this opportunity is 93.318, aligning with federal programs aimed at strengthening public health systems internationally. Eligible applicants encompass a wide spectrum of entities including state and local governments, federally recognized and non-recognized tribal governments and organizations, nonprofits (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), public housing authorities, higher education institutions, and for-profit entities, including small businesses. This broad eligibility structure suggests an inclusive approach aimed at leveraging a variety of organizational capacities and expertise in international health systems development. Applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on May 3, 2026. The estimated post date is March 2, 2026, giving applicants a two-month window to prepare submissions. The awards are expected to be announced by August 31, 2026. No additional pre-application steps such as Letters of Intent or concept papers are indicated. Contact information for inquiries includes Broderick Yoerg (404.234.0666) and the CDC’s program email ([email protected]), ensuring both direct and general channels for communication. This opportunity does not include a specified recurrence cycle, but the timeline and nature of the initiative suggest a structured and forward-planned deployment. The focus on international public health development, in partnership with the Ghanaian government and local stakeholders, aligns with broader U.S. global health strategies and CDC’s role in preventing, detecting, and responding to health threats worldwide. Organizations seeking to contribute to these global health priorities may find this opportunity especially aligned with their missions.