OpportunityTitle: National Program to Eliminate Diabetes-Related Disparities in Vulnerable Populations
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: Nonprofit with 501C3 IRS status (other than institution of higher education)   Nonprofit without 501C3 IRS status (other than institution of higher education)   Nonprofit organizations recognized by US affiliated jurisdictions   For-profit organizations (other than small business)  Small, minority, and women-owned businesses   Community-based organizations   Faith-based organizations   American Indian/Alaska Native tribally designated organizations   Urban Indian health organizations  Tribal epidemiology centers       As stated in the &#147;Background&#148; section above (p 4), differences in diabetes-related burden exist across particular subgroups of the population, including older adults, certain racial and ethnic minority groups, low socioeconomic status (SES) populations and regions, rural populations, and women.
Description: The purpose of the program is to reduce morbidity, premature mortality, and eliminate health disparities associated with diabetes. This will be done by funding organizations to mobilize community partners and assist them to effectively plan, develop, implement, and evaluate community-based interventions to reduce the risk factors that influence the disproportionate burden of diabetes in vulnerable populations borne by many communities in regions across the country.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: pgotim@cdc.gov
GrantorContactText: CDC Procurement and Grants Office &lt;br/&gt;grants &lt;br/&gt;Phone 770-488-2700