Maternal and Child Health Encounters Networks (MCHEK)
Forecast
Health Resources and Services Administration plans to offer grants of up to $1.0 million (at least $1.0 million) to any type of organization. It expects to make one award worth $1.0 million in total. It is a forecast: the notice is expected around December 18, 2026, with applications due around March 18, 2027.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed July 31, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceiling$1.0 million
- Award floor$1.0 million
- Expected awards1
- Total funding$1.0 million
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeCooperative Agreement
Key dates
| Forecast posted | July 31, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Expected posting | December 18, 2026 |
| Expected deadline | March 18, 2027 |
| Expected award date | August 2, 2027 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to any type of organization.
- Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"
Any domestic public or private entity, including an Indian tribe or tribal organization (as those terms are defined at 25 U.S.C. § 450b) is eligible to apply.
Is this a realistic fit?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
The purpose of this program is to improve maternal and infant outcomes by preventing contact with harmful materials before, during, and after pregnancy. This program aims to improve maternal and infant health outcomes by preventing harmful exposures before, during, and after pregnancy. It supports a national expert-staffed call center that provides timely, evidence-based information and personalized counseling on medications, nutrition, foods, household products, and environmental exposures. By translating complex scientific evidence into clear, accessible guidance and leveraging emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), the program empowers women, families, and healthcare providers to make informed decisions that promote healthy pregnancies and improve maternal and infant outcomes.
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 Maternal Child Health Bureau/Division of Services, CYSHCN@hrsa.gov, 301-443-5692.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for Maternal and Child Health Encounters Networks (MCHEK)?
Health Resources and Services Administration accepts applications from any type of organization. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for Maternal and Child Health Encounters Networks (MCHEK)?
Expected deadline March 18, 2027. Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $1.0 million each. About $1.0 million in total for one award.
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