Cessation/Tobacco Community Outreach (MS Delta River Region)

This contract seeks to address the high rates of tobacco-related health disparities in the Mississippi Delta River Region, particularly focusing on African American males who are disproportionately affected starting in early adolescence. The initiative emphasizes community engagement by partnering with trusted local leaders, organizations, and stakeholders to foster sustainable change. The project aims to increase awareness and accessibility of tobacco cessation resources such as the Mississippi Quitline, delivering support to individuals in their everyday environments—places where they live, work, and gather. Managed by the Office of Tobacco Control in Mississippi, this solicitation invites proposals for a community outreach effort that prioritizes building long-term relationships and empowering local groups to sustain tobacco cessation efforts beyond the project's duration. The goal is consistent outreach and measurable impact, ultimately reducing tobacco use through culturally relevant, community-led interventions. The contract was posted in early February 2026, with responses due by early March 2026, and points of contact include specialists in program management and grant analysis based in Jackson, Mississippi.