Service Area Competition - Additional Area 1
ID: 361137Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS-HRSA)

Award Range

$2M - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is offering the FY 2026 Health Center Program Service Area Competition (SAC) funding opportunity, aimed at enhancing primary healthcare services in underserved communities across the United States and its territories. This grant program seeks to support the delivery of comprehensive, high-quality primary health care services, specifically targeting populations that are medically underserved, including migratory and seasonal agricultural workers, the homeless, and residents of public housing. Eligible applicants include domestic nonprofits, government entities, and tribal organizations, with awards ranging from approximately $1.5 million to $1.57 million, and applications are due by March 16, 2026, with an expected award date of August 1, 2026. For further information, applicants can contact HRSA at bphcfunding@hrsa.gov or visit their website for additional resources.

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    The Bureau of Primary Health Care's FY 2026 Health Center Program Service Area Competition (SAC) offers grants to enhance primary healthcare in underserved U.S. communities. Applications are due March 16, 2026, with an expected award by August 1, 2026. Eligible applicants include non-profits, government entities, and tribal organizations, but not individuals. Funding supports comprehensive, high-quality care, with awards ranging from one to four years. Applicants must serve at least 75% of the Service Area Announcement Table (SAAT) Patient Target, providing all required health services regardless of a patient's ability to pay. Specific eligibility and application requirements are detailed across six steps, including SAM.gov and Grants.gov registration, a two-phase submission process, and adherence to program compliance guidelines.
    The Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC) is offering the FY 2026 Health Center Program Service Area Competition (SAC) funding opportunity (HRSA-26-007). This initiative provides grants to support comprehensive, high-quality primary healthcare services in underserved U.S. communities and territories. Applications are due by March 16, 2026, with an expected award date of August 1, 2026. Eligible applicants include domestic nonprofits and various government entities, with awards varying in amount and duration (one or four years). Applicants must serve specific service areas and medically underserved populations as outlined in the Service Area Announcement Table (SAAT) and meet patient target requirements to avoid funding reductions. The program emphasizes compliance with Health Center Program requirements, detailed in the compliance manual, and focuses on chronic disease management and preventive services. A two-phase application process involves submission through Grants.gov and HRSA Electronic Handbooks (EHBs), requiring comprehensive project narratives, budgets, and various attachments. Key aspects for applicants include demonstrating community collaboration, organizational capacity, effective governance, and a clear budget alignment with project goals. The funding aims to improve health outcomes and reduce chronic disease costs while adhering to strict financial and programmatic regulations.
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