# Maternal and Child Health Encounters Networks (MCHEK) (HRSA-27-038)

**Plain-English Eligibility Score:** 58/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | HRSA-27-038 |
| Title | Maternal and Child Health Encounters Networks (MCHEK) |
| Agency | Health Resources and Services Administration |
| Status | forecasted |
| Posted / open date | 2026-07-31 |
| Close date | Estimated 2027-03-18 |
| Award ceiling | $1,000,000 |
| Award floor | $1,000,000 |
| Estimated total funding | $1,000,000 |
| Funding category | Health |
| Eligible applicants | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" |
| Eligibility notes | 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. |
| CFDA / Assistance listing | 93.110 |
| Summary | 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 healthca |
| Agency contact | CYSHCN@hrsa.gov |

## Why this score
- Eligibility is unrestricted.
- Forecasted: you can prepare before the notice is posted.
- Award ceiling of $1,000,000 suits small organizations.

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