Deadline: 09-Jan-2027
The Office of Population Affairs (OPA) is offering FY 2027 funding under the Title X Family Planning Program to support voluntary family planning services across the U.S. and its territories. Grants ranging from $200,000 to $22 million (up to 90 awards) fund public and nonprofit organizations to provide comprehensive reproductive health services, including contraception, infertility care, STI prevention, reproductive counseling, and innovative health strategies.
Overview of the Program
The Title X Family Planning Program provides funding for projects that deliver voluntary, client-centered family planning and preventive health services.
The program emphasizes:
- Comprehensive reproductive health services
- Accessibility across diverse populations and territories
- Evidence-based, innovative approaches to improve health outcomes
- Support for adolescents, underserved populations, and communities with limited healthcare access
Key Focus Areas
Funded projects may provide:
- Family Planning Services
- Contraception (all acceptable and effective methods)
- Fertility-awareness based methods
- Voluntary pregnancy testing and counseling
- Reproductive goals counseling to support family formation
- Infertility and Reproductive Health
- Basic infertility services
- Addressing conditions affecting fertility (e.g., endometriosis, PCOS, uterine fibroids, low sperm count or motility, low testosterone, erectile dysfunction)
- Preconception health services
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Services
- HIV prevention, counseling, testing, and referral
- STI screening and treatment
- Health Literacy and Innovation
- Behavioral and lifestyle interventions to reduce overmedicalization
- Advancing health and body literacy
- Chronic disease prevention strategies integrated with reproductive care
Who Can Apply
Eligible applicants include:
- State and local governments
- Public housing authorities
- Independent school districts
- Institutions of higher education
- Tribal governments and organizations
- Nonprofit organizations (with or without 501(c)(3) status)
- Faith-based organizations and Native American organizations are encouraged to apply
Applicants must demonstrate capacity to establish and operate voluntary Title X projects delivering comprehensive reproductive health services.
Funding Details
- Total funding: Approximately $257 million (subject to FY 2027 federal budget enactment)
- Number of awards: Up to 90 grants
- Individual grant range: $200,000 – $22 million
- Project period: Up to 5 years
How the Grant Works
- Application Submission – Eligible entities submit proposals detailing project design, services, target populations, and measurable outcomes.
- Evaluation – Applications are assessed for relevance, innovation, evidence-based approaches, and capacity to deliver Title X services.
- Grant Award – Successful applicants receive funding to implement voluntary family planning and preventive health services.
- Implementation and Monitoring – Grantees deliver services across targeted regions, monitor outcomes, and report progress to OPA.
Why This Funding Matters
- Expands access to voluntary family planning and reproductive health services
- Improves health outcomes for adolescents, underserved populations, and diverse communities
- Promotes innovation in healthcare delivery and evidence-based practices
- Strengthens client-centered approaches and reproductive health literacy
Tips for Applicants
- Align proposals with Title X principles and client-centered approaches
- Highlight innovation in service delivery and community engagement
- Demonstrate capacity to serve diverse populations across multiple regions
- Include measurable outcomes for reproductive health, family planning, and STI prevention
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations and reporting requirements
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who is eligible to apply?
State and local governments, public housing authorities, school districts, higher education institutions, tribal governments and organizations, nonprofit organizations, and faith-based organizations.
2. What is the total funding available?
Approximately $257 million, subject to federal budget approval.
3. How many awards will be made?
Up to 90 grants.
4. What is the range of individual awards?
From $200,000 to $22 million.
5. What is the maximum project period?
Up to five years.
6. What types of services are supported?
Comprehensive family planning, reproductive health services, infertility care, STI prevention, health literacy, and innovative chronic disease strategies.
7. Are faith-based and Native American organizations eligible?
Yes, and their participation is encouraged, ensuring broad and equitable outreach.
Conclusion
The Title X Family Planning Program FY 2027 funding opportunity empowers public and nonprofit organizations to expand access to comprehensive, voluntary reproductive health services across the United States and its territories. By supporting innovation, evidence-based practices, and client-centered care, the program aims to improve reproductive health outcomes, family planning access, and health literacy for diverse populations.
For more information, visit Grants.gov.