Indian Health Service National Indian Health Outreach and Education | HHS 2023 IHS NIHOE 0001

Opportunity Information: Apply for HHS 2023 IHS NIHOE 0001

The Indian Health Service National Indian Health Outreach and Education opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: HHS 2023 IHS NIHOE 0001) is a discretionary cooperative agreement offered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service. Its core purpose is to advance the IHS mission of improving the quality of health care for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities by funding coordinated outreach, education, training, technical assistance, and advocacy activities. In practical terms, the award is meant to support a national-level effort that increases awareness and visibility of Indian health priorities, helps stakeholders better understand and navigate relevant health programs and policies, and strengthens communication and education efforts that ultimately contribute to better health outcomes in AI/AN communities.

Because this is structured as a cooperative agreement, the recipient should expect substantial involvement from IHS beyond what is typical in a standard grant. That generally means the funded organization is not only delivering services or materials, but also working closely with IHS on planning, alignment with federal priorities, coordination, and possibly review of deliverables. The work is framed around outreach and education as tools to improve Indian health care, with emphasis on advocacy and visibility, along with training and technical support that can help tribes, tribal organizations, and other partners understand programs, access resources, and implement best practices.

The announcement describes nine major components that the funded effort is expected to cover or support. These include Line Item 128 Health Education and Outreach funds, which signals a designated funding focus on broad health education and outreach activities; Health Care Policy Analysis and Review, indicating the project may include interpreting, summarizing, and communicating policy developments that affect Indian health systems; and the Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention (SASP) program, pointing to outreach and educational efforts that address behavioral health, substance use, and suicide prevention priorities. It also includes the Domestic Violence Prevention (DVP) program, described as a national awareness, visibility, advocacy, outreach, and education award, suggesting a strong communications and public education role related to preventing domestic violence and supporting safety and wellness in communities.

Additional components include the Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI), which is a major national initiative supporting diabetes prevention and treatment in AI/AN communities and often involves education, evidence-based approaches, and community engagement. The opportunity also references Tribal Budget Formulation Activities, which implies support for communication, education, or technical assistance that helps tribes engage in or understand the IHS budget formulation process and related advocacy. Finally, it explicitly names the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA), highlighting the importance of outreach and education that helps stakeholders understand the coverage, reimbursement, delivery system, and statutory authorities that shape Indian health care access and operations.

In terms of basic funding details, the opportunity was posted May 10, 2023, with an original closing date of July 10, 2023. The program anticipated making one award, with an award ceiling of $851,311. The funding activity category is listed as Education and Health, and the CFDA/Assistance Listing number is 93.933. Eligibility is aimed primarily at nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), with additional eligible applicant types indicated under an “Others” category as clarified in the full announcement. Overall, this opportunity is designed to support one entity in delivering a broad, coordinated national outreach-and-education platform that touches multiple IHS priority programs and key federal health laws affecting AI/AN communities.

• The Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service in the education, health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Indian Health Service National Indian Health Outreach and Education" and is now available to receive applicants.
• Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.933.
• This funding opportunity was created on May 10, 2023.
• Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 10, 2023. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
• Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $851,311.00 in funding.
• The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
• Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).

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