RFA-PS-24-063: $7 Million CDC Initiative for Minority HIV Research in Communities Disproportionately Affected

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced the funding opportunity RFA-PS-24-063, titled “Minority HIV Research Initiative (MARI).” This initiative aims to support epidemiologic, behavioral, and implementation science research addressing health inequities in racial and ethnic minority communities disproportionately affected by HIV. With an estimated total funding of $7 million, the program seeks to strengthen research capacity among historically underrepresented researchers.

Eligible applicants for this cooperative agreement include a wide range of entities, from government organizations to private and public educational institutions, and nonprofits. The initiative is aligned with the federal goal of Ending the HIV Epidemic in the U.S. by 2030 and focuses on diagnosing, treating, preventing, and responding to HIV. The funding will support research with the potential for high public health impact, particularly in communities where HIV is most prevalent. This opportunity underscores the CDC’s commitment to addressing health disparities and advancing HIV research and prevention efforts in minority communities.