American Indians into Nursing
ID: 349559Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Indian Health Service (HHS-IHS)

Award Range

$300K - $400K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/349559
Timeline
    Description

    The Indian Health Service is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "American Indians into Nursing," aimed at increasing the number of registered nurses, certified nurse midwives, and nurse practitioners serving American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. The program's objectives include recruiting and training AI/AN individuals in nursing fields, providing scholarships for nursing education, and enhancing the skills of existing nurses through continuing education. This initiative is crucial for addressing healthcare needs in AI/AN populations and ensuring a sustainable workforce in nursing. Interested applicants, including accredited nursing schools and Tribally controlled institutions, can apply for funding ranging from $300,000 to $400,000, with a total estimated program funding of approximately $1,889,986. The application deadline is May 14, 2024, and inquiries can be directed to the Division of Grants Management at DGM@ihs.gov or by phone at 301-443-5204.

    Point(s) of Contact
    DGM@ihs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Application Instructions 2024 NU-0001 New.docx
    Application.bin
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