# Advancing Arthritis Public Health Priorities through National Organizations

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/cdc-rfa-dp21-2106-advancing-arthritis-public-health-priorities-through/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/328396

> Centers for Disease Control - NCCDPHP offered grants of up to $1.0 million (at least $150,000) to any type of organization. It expected to make about 7 awards worth $10.2 million in total. Applications closed on April 5, 2021.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | CDC-RFA-DP21-2106 |
| Agency | Centers for Disease Control - NCCDPHP |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | April 5, 2021 |
| Award ceiling | $1.0 million |
| Award floor | $150,000 |
| Expected awards | 7 |
| Total funding | $10.2 million |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 93.945 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
- Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"

This NOFO has two Components. Component 1 is focused on Building Capacity & Scaling Up whereas Component 2 is focused on Innovation. Applicants may apply for either or both Component 1 or Component 2. Component 1 applicants must select only one of the four options (A, B, C or D). Applicants must identify the Component they are applying for in the title of their application submission. If not clearly identified, the application will be considered non-responsive and will not be entered into the review process. A separate application must be submitted for each Component if applying for more than one. Applicants are required to submit a budget within the range noted for each Component and corresponding strategy. If the proposed budget exceeds the Component and Strategy funding range, the application will be considered non-responsive and will not be entered into the review process. Component 1 Funding Range: Strategy A - $300K-$500K Strategy B - $150K-$250K Strategy C - $400K-$500K Strategy D – $200K-$300K Component 2 Funding Range - $300K-$500K

## What the grant funds

The CDC Arthritis Program is announcing a new, FY21 non-research NOFO designed to improve health and quality of life for people with arthritis. Arthritis is an oft overlooked, leading contributor to chronic disease burden and a top cause of morbidity, work limitations, and reduced quality of life. More than 54 million US adults1 have arthritis, half of whom are working age2; and 78 million are projected to have it by 20403. Arthritis is significant, not only because it limits physical function and quality of life, but because it commonly co-occurs with other chronic conditions that are leading causes of death, such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, and can interfere with management of these conditions through its effects on limiting physical activity (PA)2. People with arthritis face barriers to PA such as fear of worsening arthritis pain and progression2. However, arthritis and its limitations can be managed effectively, and symptoms improved through routine PA and participation in self-management education (SME) programs2. Low-cost, arthritis-appropriate, evidence-based interventions (AAEBIs) shown to decrease arthritis pain and/or disability and improve quality of life are available in geographic pockets across the US but are still underused by people who can benefit from them2. Lack of awareness about AAEBIs, their benefits, and how to access them remain a challenge and a barrier to participation in these programs. More AAEBI offerings are needed, with greater geographic dispersion; and greater awareness to increase participation in them. This NOFO will leverage and expand existing systems, technologies and networks with national reach and/or access into large segments of the adult population to sustainably increase awareness and availability of and participation in AAEBIs. It will also support technical assistance to state health departments and provision of arthritis-specific consumer health information to the public. Further, it will facilitate collaborative action to address osteoarthritis (OA) and address health equity and social determinants affecting AAEBI awareness and access and adoption of effective self-management behaviors. Lastly, it will support development of a national strategy targeted at healthcare providers to complement pharmacological treatments by specifically emphasizing adjunct self-management and physical activity approaches.

## Questions people ask

### Is CDC-RFA-DP21-2106 still open?

No. It closed on April 5, 2021. A newer notice is forecast: CDC-RFA-DP-27-0068, expected deadline April 30, 2027.

### Who can apply for Advancing Arthritis Public Health Priorities through National Organizations?

Centers for Disease Control - NCCDPHP accepted applications from any type of organization. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Advancing Arthritis Public Health Priorities through National Organizations?

Closed April 5, 2021. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $1.0 million each. About $10.2 million in total across about 7 awards.

### Who has won Assistance Programs for Chronic Disease Prevention and Control grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were National Association of Chronic Disease Directors, Inc., Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Emory University. The program made 437 awards worth $453 million in that time.