Maternal and Child Health Encounters Networks (MCHEK)
HHS-HRSA Forecasted HRSA-27-038Description
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.
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.
Actions
Funding Details
- Award Floor
- $1,000,000.00
- Award Ceiling
- $1,000,000.00
- Total Estimated Funding
- $1,000,000.00
- Expected Awards
- 1
Key Dates
- Posted
- July 31, 2026
- Closes
- N/A
- Archive Date
- September 1, 2028
Agency Information
- Agency Name
- Health Resources and Services Administration
- Agency Code
- HHS-HRSA
- Funding Instrument
- Other