Direct-to-Consumer Distribution of HIV and other STI Self-Tests
Forecast
Centers for Disease Control - NCHHSTP plans to offer grants to nonprofits, colleges and universities and businesses. It expects to make one award worth $75.0 million in total. It is a forecast: the notice is expected around March 22, 2027, with applications due around May 21, 2027.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed July 27, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceilingnot stated
- Award floornot stated
- Expected awards1
- Total funding$75.0 million
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeCooperative Agreement
Key dates
| Forecast posted | July 27, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Expected posting | March 22, 2027 |
| Expected deadline | May 21, 2027 |
| Expected award date | August 30, 2027 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to nonprofits, colleges and universities and businesses.
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- 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
Is this a realistic fit?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
The purpose of this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is to optimize the recipient's existing web-based ordering portal and distribution program to provide at least 1.5 million HIV and other STI self-tests to communities with a high burden of HIV. The use of the program's HIV and other STI self-tests and of resources for treatment and preventive services will increase awareness of HIV and other STI infection, prevent new infections, decrease HIV and other STI transmission, and improve overall health and well-being of users.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
- Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
- Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.
Questions go to Jessica Keralis, HRBNOFO@cdc.gov, (301) 458-4132.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for Direct-to-Consumer Distribution of HIV and other STI Self-Tests?
Centers for Disease Control - NCHHSTP accepts applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities and businesses.
What is the deadline for Direct-to-Consumer Distribution of HIV and other STI Self-Tests?
Expected deadline May 21, 2027. Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
About $75.0 million in total for one award.
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