HHS Cancels Teen Pregnancy Grants
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026
The cancellation of $68 million in grants by the United States — United States Department of Health and Human Services is expected to negatively impact organizations like AccessMatters and Planned Parenthood, which rely on this funding for teen pregnancy prevention programs. This could lead to reduced services and potential job losses in the non-profit healthcare sector, while also signaling a shift in federal funding priorities that may affect future grant opportunities.
The United States — United States Department of Health and Human Services has canceled 53 out of 67 grants, totaling approximately $68 million, under the Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program. These cancellations, effective immediately, affect grantees in over two dozen states, including universities, community organizations, and Planned Parenthood affiliates. The agency cited a misalignment with its priorities, specifically concerns that programs 'normalize or promote sexual activity for minors.' This action mirrors a similar move by the Donald Trump administration in 2017, which was successfully challenged in court by Democracy Forward. Organizations like AccessMatters, which is entirely federally funded, face significant operational challenges. While teen birth rates have declined significantly, advocacy groups like Power to Decide anticipate legal challenges to the current administration's decision.
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