Service Area Competition
ID: 354801Type: 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

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354801
Timeline
    Description

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Service Area Competition" aimed at ensuring continuity of care for underserved populations through the Health Center Program. This initiative seeks to provide approximately $104.7 million in grants to eligible private non-profit entities and public agencies, with a focus on delivering comprehensive health services to at least 75% of the patient population identified in the Service Area Announcement Table. The funding is critical for maintaining access to high-quality primary healthcare for vulnerable communities, including homeless individuals and residents of public housing. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by August 27, 2024, and can reach out to BPHCSAC@hrsa.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    BPHCSAC@hrsa.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    HRSA-25-014.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announces the Fiscal Year 2025 Health Center Program's Service Area Competition (SAC), designated as funding opportunity HRSA-25-014. This initiative, with due dates for applications on August 27 and supplemental information on September 26, aims to ensure ongoing access to high-quality primary healthcare for underserved populations, including homeless individuals and residents of public housing. Approximately $104.7 million is available, with up to 39 awards anticipated in various application types such as Competing Continuation and New. Eligible applicants include private non-profits and public agencies, with no cost-sharing required. Successful applicants must demonstrate the capability to provide comprehensive health services regardless of a patient's ability to pay, targeting at least 75% of the patient population listed in the Service Area Announcement Table. Applications must include detailed project narratives, budgets, and organizational documentation, with a strict page limit of 90 pages for the grant proposal material. This funding opportunity reflects the ongoing commitment to deliver essential health services to vulnerable communities, ensuring continuity of care amid shifting healthcare landscapes. Adherence to Health Center Program requirements is crucial for maintaining funding.
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