The Enhancing Capacity and Accelerating Sustainability of Public Health Systems in India grant is a forecasted cooperative agreement opportunity managed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The grant supports strategic public health efforts in India, aiming to reinforce national systems that can detect, prevent, and respond to infectious disease threats and other public health emergencies. The CDC will collaborate closely with various government entities within India, including the National Centre for Disease Control, the National Health Mission, and the Indian Council of Medical Research, among others.
The initiative is aligned with the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) and the International Health Regulations, with an emphasis on long-term sustainability and a “One Health” approach. This method recognizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health. The program targets improvements in five critical domains: public health workforce development, enhanced disease surveillance systems, laboratory system modernization, emergency preparedness and response coordination, and management of antimicrobial resistance. The overarching goal is to strengthen India’s ability to handle health crises at their source.
Eligible applicants for this funding include a broad spectrum of entities: state and local governments, public and private institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments and organizations, nonprofits both with and without 501(c)(3) status, public housing authorities, and for-profit organizations including small businesses. No matching funds are required for application, enhancing accessibility for smaller or less-resourced entities. Applicants should note that while eligibility is broad, the program’s geographic implementation is explicitly international—focused on India.
Applications are expected to be submitted electronically through Grants.gov no later than March 20, 2026, by 11:59 PM ET. The forecasted posting date is January 19, 2026, with anticipated award decisions by August 31, 2026, and project start dates beginning September 30, 2026. There is no mention of a pre-application requirement such as a Letter of Intent or Concept Paper.
For questions or technical support, applicants may contact Broderick Yoerg at 404-234-0666 or email DGHPNOFOs@cdc.gov. The estimated total program funding is $5,000,000, though the specific award floor and ceiling are not disclosed at this time. This grant opportunity is forecasted and may be subject to changes before the official posting.
