TB Elimination Alliance Mini-Grant Program

The Tuberculosis Elimination Alliance Mini-Grants Program is a funding initiative designed to support organizations working to reduce the burden of tuberculosis (TB) in communities at increased risk. The program is administered by the TB Elimination Alliance, an initiative supported through federal funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The overarching goal of the program is to advance TB prevention and elimination efforts across the United States by strengthening local capacity for outreach, education, and clinical engagement related to latent tuberculosis infection and active TB disease. The purpose of the Mini-Grant Program is to fund targeted, community-driven activities that improve awareness, education, and quality of care surrounding TB and latent TB infection. Applicants are expected to propose projects that align with at least one of the program’s priority areas, which include increasing awareness of the link between latent TB infection and TB disease, reducing stigma and misconceptions, encouraging testing and treatment, promoting shorter treatment regimens, supporting provider education, and developing culturally and linguistically appropriate outreach strategies. Activities may include public education campaigns, provider training, development of educational materials, and implementation of systems to improve testing and treatment outcomes. Funding for this opportunity ranges from 10000 to 15000 dollars per award, with an overall program funding pool supported through a federal assistance award totaling 610000 dollars. The grant period is eight months, running from October 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027. Funds are intended to support direct program implementation, including outreach, education, coordination with local health departments, and evaluation activities. Recipients are expected to manage funds responsibly, collect and report data, and participate in program evaluation and learning activities. Eligibility for the Mini-Grant Program is limited to organizations that serve or work directly with communities at increased risk for TB. Priority is given to community-based organizations and community health centers, particularly those with established relationships and demonstrated capacity to deliver services to these populations. Applicants must demonstrate their ability to implement proposed activities, track outcomes, and comply with reporting requirements. Eligible organizations must submit a complete application that includes a project narrative, budget proposal, timeline, and at least one letter of support. The application process requires submission through an online portal by July 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM local time. The application must include detailed responses describing organizational background, experience, project goals, implementation strategies, evaluation plans, and sustainability considerations. Additional required materials include an itemized budget using the provided template, a one-page project timeline, and documentation of partnerships or support. Applications are reviewed by a grants committee based on alignment with program priorities, feasibility, capacity, and potential impact. The application timeline begins with an open submission period from June 4 through July 24, 2026. Award notifications are expected in August 2026, followed by contract execution in September 2026. Funded projects will begin in October 2026 and conclude in May 2027. Throughout the grant period, awardees are required to participate in orientation sessions, monthly meetings, and ongoing technical assistance activities. They must also submit midpoint and final reports and contribute to knowledge sharing through presentations and engagement with the broader TB Elimination Alliance network. For questions or additional information, applicants may contact the program via email at tea@aapcho.org. An informational webinar and technical assistance sessions are also offered to support applicants during the submission process. The program emphasizes collaboration, data-driven decision making, and culturally responsive approaches to improving TB outcomes in high-risk communities.

Ensure strong alignment with priority areas and demonstrate community relationships and capacity to implement measurable TB education and outreach programs