??Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Leadership, Education, and Advancement in Undergraduate Pathways (LEAP) Training Program??

The Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Leadership, Education, and Advancement in Undergraduate Pathways (LEAP) Training Program aims to establish pathway programs that expand the MCH workforce, increasing access to healthcare and public health services for MCH populations, including those in rural or underserved communities. The program will provide funding for up to 6 awards, with an estimated total funding of $930,000 and an award ceiling of $155,000. Eligible applicants include public institutions of higher education, non-profit private institutions of higher education, and Native American tribal governments and organizations. The program requires applicants to submit progress reports each year, annual performance reports, and DGIS Performance Reports. Key aspects of the program include: • Establishing pathway programs to expand the MCH workforce • Increasing access to healthcare and public health services for MCH populations • Providing funding for up to 6 awards • Requiring progress reports, annual performance reports, and DGIS Performance Reports • Allowing for stipends, tuition, and salary support for trainees • Restricting the use of grant funds for certain purposes, such as daily commuting costs and dependent or family member allowances.