Preventing global health threats by strengthening surveillance systems to accelerate outbreak detection, notification, and response
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Activities under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) should focus on protecting and improving public health globally by: 1) strengthening public health surveillance systems; 2)improving the public health surveillance workforce; 3) improving the interface between public health disease surveillance and laboratory systems; 4) reinforcing emergency surveillance preparedness; 5) enhancing electronic disease surveillance platforms and systems; and 6)enhancing the use of surveillance data for public health action. This NOFO is intended to support global health security partners to develop or continue the implementation of surveillance activities that focus on protecting and improving public health globally through strategic planning, policy, strengthening surveillance capacities and systems through partnerships. These surveillance systems should build and improve regional and country capacities to detect, respond, control, and prevent infectious diseases and emerging threats; strengthen border health security; and mitigate public health events of international concern (PHEICs) or other global health issues. The implementing partner(s) will work closely with Ministries of Health, CDC country offices, and other stakeholders to assess existing surveillance systems, identify gaps, and propose solutions to enhance system performance. Activities will include the development and adaptation of protocols, training materials, and guidance documents, as well as the integration of surveil.
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) supports organizations and implementing partners working to strengthen global public health surveillance systems and accelerate outbreak detection, notification, and response capabilities. The grant is designed for entities partnering with Ministries of Health, CDC country offices, and other stakeholders to assess existing surveillance infrastructure, identify gaps, and implement solutions that enhance system performance. Funding supports activities including development of surveillance protocols, training materials, guidance documents, and integration of laboratory systems with disease surveillance platforms. Organizations can use grants to strengthen the public health surveillance workforce, improve emergency preparedness, enhance electronic disease surveillance platforms, and promote data-driven public health action. This is ideal for public health organizations, research institutions, and global health partners committed to building regional and country capacities to detect, respond to, control, and prevent infectious diseases and emerging health threats. The program emphasizes strategic planning, policy development, and capacity-building through partnerships to mitigate public health events of international concern and strengthen border health security. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate commitment to improving global health security and have established relationships with relevant health ministries and stakeholders.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
July 15, 2026
Award Amount
See listing
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Funding Range
Varies by cycle
Deadline
2026-07-15
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Annual
Best For
Public health organizations, research institutions, global health implementing partners, and entities with established relationships with Ministries of Health and CDC country offices
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Preventing global health threats by strengthening surveillance systems to accelerate outbreak detection, notification, and response?
Eligibility criteria are not specified in the available funding information. This NOFO typically supports public health organizations, research institutions, implementing partners, and organizations with established relationships with Ministries of Health and CDC country offices. For specific eligibility requirements, applicants should consult the official Notice of Funding Opportunity on the CDC or relevant federal agency website.
How much funding does Preventing global health threats by strengthening surveillance systems to accelerate outbreak detection, notification, and response provide?
Specific funding amounts are not listed in the available information. Grant amounts may vary by cycle, geographic focus, and project scope. Applicants should review the official NOFO announcement for current funding levels and budget information.
How do I apply for Preventing global health threats by strengthening surveillance systems to accelerate outbreak detection, notification, and response?
Applications are typically submitted through the official NOFO process, which may involve submission through Grants.gov or the CDC's grants portal. The application deadline is July 15, 2026. Interested applicants should review the complete Notice of Funding Opportunity on the official CDC website or grants management system for detailed application instructions, required documentation, and submission procedures.
What can Preventing global health threats by strengthening surveillance systems to accelerate outbreak detection, notification, and response funding be used for?
Funding supports activities that strengthen public health surveillance systems globally, including: strengthening surveillance workforce capacity; improving connections between disease surveillance and laboratory systems; enhancing emergency surveillance preparedness; developing and adapting surveillance protocols and training materials; implementing electronic disease surveillance platforms; and promoting the use of surveillance data for public health action. Funding also supports strategic planning, policy development, and capacity-building partnerships with Ministries of Health and other stakeholders to detect, respond to, and control infectious diseases and emerging threats.
Last updated: July 5, 2026