Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program Cooperative Agreement to Papa Ola Lokahi
ID: 355778Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS-HRSA)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is forecasting a funding opportunity for a Cooperative Agreement under the Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program (NHHSP) specifically for Papa Ola Lokahi (POL). This initiative aims to provide administrative support for the NHHSP, which awards funds to Native Hawaiian students in health professions schools, contingent upon their commitment to deliver primary health services to the Native Hawaiian population in Hawaii. The overarching goal of this program is to enhance the health status of Native Hawaiians through improved health care services and the development of a robust health care workforce. The estimated total program funding is $500,000, with one award expected, and interested parties can reach out to Cardora Barnes at cbarnes@hrsa.gov or by phone at 301-443-6752 for further details. Key deadlines include a synopsis post date of January 21, 2025, and a close date of April 1, 2025, with the project anticipated to start on August 1, 2025.

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