Service Area Competition
ID: 354802Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS-HRSA)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Service Area Competition (SAC) under the Health Center Program for Fiscal Year 2025. This funding aims to maintain affordable, high-quality primary health care services for underserved populations, including those experiencing homelessness and agricultural workers, with approximately $274.8 million available for up to 71 awards. Eligible applicants include private non-profit entities and public agencies in the U.S. or its territories, with projects expected to serve at least 75% of targeted patient populations identified in their applications. Interested parties must submit their applications in two phases by September 24 and October 24, 2024, with the performance period running from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2028. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Ashley Vigil and Julia Tillman at BPHCSAC@hrsa.gov or call 301-594-4300.

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    Posted
    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for Fiscal Year 2025 under the Health Center Program's Service Area Competition (SAC), bearing Funding Opportunity Number HRSA-25-015. The aim is to maintain affordable, high-quality primary health care services for underserved populations, including those experiencing homelessness and agricultural workers. Approximately $274.8 million is available for up to 71 awards, with application phases due by September 24 and October 24, 2024, respectively. Eligible applicants must be private non-profits or public agencies in the U.S. or its territories, and projects are expected to serve at least 75% of targeted patient populations identified in the application. The performance period runs from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2028. The application process involves a two-phase submission method via Grants.gov and HRSA's Electronic Handbooks, where detailed project narratives addressing community health needs, comprehensive service delivery, collaboration efforts, and governance structures are crucial. Successful applicants must comply with Health Center Program requirements and demonstrate effective use of funding to enhance health outcomes.
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