American Indians into Medicine
ID: 349557Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Indian Health Service (HHS-IHS)

Award Range

$230K - $700K

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/349557
Timeline
    Description

    The Indian Health Service is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "American Indians into Medicine" aimed at increasing the number of Indian health professionals serving Indian communities. Eligible applicants include public or nonprofit private colleges or universities with accredited medical or allied health programs, specifically targeting populations outside of North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Wyoming, and Montana. This initiative is crucial for addressing health disparities in Indian communities by providing outreach, recruitment, and support for students pursuing health careers, while also focusing on opioid addiction education and prevention. Interested institutions can apply for funding ranging from $230,000 to $700,000, with a total estimated program funding of $1,461,104, and must submit their applications by May 14, 2024. For further inquiries, contact the Division of Grants Management at DGM@ihs.gov or call 301-443-5204.

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