CATCH Grants CATCH Planning, Implementation and Resident Grants WHO IS ELIGIBLE?General pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, pediatric surgical subspecialists, and fellowship trainees from the United States and its territories and Canada.U.S. and Canadian pediatric residents (categorical or combined) in a training program AND have a definite commitment for another year of residency or chief year.National and chapter AAP membership must be current before grant funds can be disbursed.WHAT IS A CATCH PROJECT?Is led by a pediatrician or pediatric resident.Focuses on building strong community partnerships.Serves those who are underserved/experience health disparities.Provides access to services that lead to optimal child health and well-being.Has measurable outcomes.Plans for sustainability.WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW BEFORE I APPLY?If you are an AAP fellow/fellowship trainee, read the Planning and Implementation Call for Proposals guidelinesIf you are a resident, read the Resident Call for Proposal guidelinesPreview application questionsHOW DO I APPLY?If you're interested in applying, you must first check your eligibility for a grant. Please create an account or login to begin.WHAT IS THE GRANT TIMELINE?November 4, 2020 Call for Proposals ReleasedJanuary 27, 2021 Application DeadlineMay 3, 2021 New Grantees AnnouncedJune 30, 2021 Projects BeginWHAT ELSE SHOULD I KNOW?Grantees will have 12 months to complete their projects. At least one formal "check-in" with grantees, CATCH facilitators and AAP staff will occur during the course of the project period.ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLEChapter CATCH Facilitators, District Resident CATCH Liaisons and CATCH staff are available to help you with everything from proposal development to project implementation.The CATCH Planning, Implementation and Residents Grants are administered by the AAP CATCH Program and are made possible through the support of Roots & Wings Foundation with additional support from various AAP Sections and Councils and individual donations through the AAP Friends of Children Fund. Advertising Disclaimer IMPORTANT APPLICANT INFORMATION Sign up to receive notification of CATCH funding opportunities and news. The next cycle will open November 2020.Review these tips on how to write a winning CATCH application. Have questions? Reach out to staff at catch@aap.orgRESOURCES TO HELP YOU PLAN YOUR INITIATIVE • Health Topics We Fund • Find Funded Projects • The Asset-Based Community Development Institute• AAP Medical Home Resources• AAP HealthyChildren.org Health Resources