Opportunity Information: Apply for CDC RFA PS15 151002CONT16

  • The HHS-CDC-NCHHSTP in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Training and Technical Assistance for Health Department Demonstration Projects for Comprehensive Prevention, Care, Behavioral Health, and Social Services for Men Who Have Sex with Men of Color At Risk for and Living with HIV Infection" and is now available to receive applicants.
  • Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.939.
  • This funding opportunity was created on Apr 06, 2016 and posted on Apr 06, 2016.
  • Applicants must submit their applications by May 04, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
  • The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 50 candidate(s).
  • Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:

This funding opportunity, titled "Training and Technical Assistance for Health Department Demonstration Projects for Comprehensive Prevention, Care, Behavioral Health, and Social Services for Men Who Have Sex with Men of Color At Risk for and Living with HIV Infection," is a continuation cooperative agreement released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (HHS-CDC), specifically through the National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP). The opportunity is identified as CDC RFA PS15-151002CONT16 and is categorized under the health funding activity area, with assistance listed under CFDA 93.939. In practical terms, this announcement supports efforts that strengthen the capacity of health departments to run demonstration projects that integrate HIV prevention and care with behavioral health and social services for men who have sex with men (MSM) of color, including those at risk for HIV and those already living with HIV.

The core purpose is not simply to fund direct services, but to provide training and technical assistance that helps health departments implement comprehensive, coordinated approaches tailored to MSM of color. The emphasis on "demonstration projects" signals that the work is meant to test, refine, and showcase models that can be replicated or scaled, especially models that connect prevention tools (such as testing and linkage strategies) with ongoing HIV care, mental health and substance use services, and supportive social services that address barriers like housing instability, stigma, transportation, insurance navigation, and other social determinants that affect engagement in prevention and treatment. By focusing on MSM of color, the program targets populations that have been disproportionately affected by HIV due to a combination of structural inequities, healthcare access challenges, and persistent stigma and discrimination.

The award mechanism is a cooperative agreement, which generally indicates substantial involvement from CDC beyond a typical grant. Under cooperative agreements, CDC often collaborates with recipients through guidance, performance monitoring, and technical input, aiming to ensure that activities align with public health priorities and evidence-based practices. The opportunity is labeled as "Continuation," meaning it is intended to continue or extend work already underway under a related funding line rather than starting an entirely new stand-alone competition. This framing usually means applicants are expected to have existing program infrastructure or prior participation, though the eligibility category is broadly listed as "Others" with additional eligibility details referenced in the full announcement.

Key administrative details include an original and current closing date of May 4, 2016, indicating this was a time-limited continuation cycle. The posting and creation dates are both April 6, 2016, suggesting a relatively short application window. The notice lists an expected number of awards as 50, implying a broad footprint across multiple jurisdictions or partners. The award ceiling is listed as 0, which often reflects that the maximum amount was not specified in the summary record (or varies by recipient and is defined elsewhere in the full funding announcement or continuation guidance).

Overall, the opportunity is best understood as CDC support for building and enhancing health department capacity through targeted training and technical assistance so that demonstration sites can more effectively deliver or coordinate wraparound HIV-related services for MSM of color. The intended impact is improved prevention outcomes for those at risk, better linkage and retention in care for people living with HIV, and stronger integration of behavioral health and social supports that are essential for sustained health outcomes in communities experiencing disproportionate HIV burden.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the title of this funding opportunity?

The opportunity is titled "Training and Technical Assistance for Health Department Demonstration Projects for Comprehensive Prevention, Care, Behavioral Health, and Social Services for Men Who Have Sex with Men of Color At Risk for and Living with HIV Infection."

Which agency is offering this opportunity?

This is offered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (HHS-CDC), through the National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP).

What is the funding opportunity number?

The opportunity is identified as CDC RFA PS15-151002CONT16.

What type of funding mechanism is used?

The award mechanism is a cooperative agreement, which typically involves substantial CDC involvement beyond what is common with a standard grant.

What does it mean that this is a "continuation" opportunity?

"Continuation" indicates this award is intended to continue or extend work already underway under a related funding line, rather than starting an entirely new, stand-alone competition.

What is the main purpose of the funding?

The core purpose is to provide training and technical assistance that strengthens health departments' capacity to implement demonstration projects integrating HIV prevention and care with behavioral health and social services for men who have sex with men (MSM) of color, including those at risk for HIV and those living with HIV.

Is this opportunity intended to fund direct services?

The description emphasizes that the purpose is not simply to fund direct services. Instead, it supports training and technical assistance to help health departments implement comprehensive, coordinated approaches.

Who is the program focused on serving?

The focus is on men who have sex with men (MSM) of color, including individuals at risk for HIV infection and individuals living with HIV infection.

What kinds of activities are supported through the training and technical assistance?

Supported efforts are those that help health departments implement comprehensive models that integrate HIV prevention and care with behavioral health services (such as mental health and substance use services) and social services that address barriers to engagement.

What is meant by "demonstration projects" in this announcement?

"Demonstration projects" signals that the work is intended to test, refine, and showcase service delivery or coordination models that can be replicated or scaled.

What types of barriers or social needs are referenced as part of the comprehensive approach?

The announcement references supportive social services that address barriers such as housing instability, stigma, transportation, insurance navigation, and other social determinants that affect engagement in prevention and treatment.

How does CDC typically participate in a cooperative agreement?

The announcement notes that under cooperative agreements, CDC often collaborates with recipients through guidance, performance monitoring, and technical input to help ensure activities align with public health priorities and evidence-based practices.

What is the funding activity area for this opportunity?

The funding activity area is categorized under health.

What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?

The assistance listing is under CFDA 93.939.

Who is eligible to apply?

The eligibility category is listed as "Others," with additional eligibility details referenced in the full announcement.

Does the summary specify the maximum award amount?

The award ceiling is listed as 0, which commonly indicates that a maximum amount was not specified in the summary record or that amounts may vary and be defined elsewhere in the full announcement or continuation guidance.

How many awards were expected?

The expected number of awards is 50.

When was the opportunity posted?

The posting date is April 6, 2016, and the creation date is also April 6, 2016.

What was the application deadline?

The original and current closing date listed is May 4, 2016.

What is the overall intended impact of this opportunity?

The intended impact includes improved prevention outcomes for MSM of color at risk for HIV, improved linkage and retention in care for MSM of color living with HIV, and stronger integration of behavioral health and social supports that are essential for sustained health outcomes in communities experiencing disproportionate HIV burden.

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