U.S. Administration on Aging, National Resource Centers on Older Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiian Programs
ID: 355786Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Community Living (HHS-ACL)

Award Range

$112K - $340K

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355786

Additional Information

https://acl.gov/grants/open-opportunities
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Community Living is forecasting a grant opportunity titled "U.S. Administration on Aging, National Resource Centers on Older Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiian Programs." This initiative aims to enhance knowledge and improve service delivery for older adults in American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian communities by establishing Native American Resource Centers (NARC) that will focus on research, needs assessment, and best practices development. The program is critical for addressing health issues, long-term care, elder abuse, and other challenges faced by these populations. Interested applicants, including Native American Resource Centers and eligible faith-based and community organizations, can apply for funding ranging from $112,000 to $340,000, with a total estimated program funding of $646,031. The application period is expected to open on February 28, 2025, with a closing date of April 29, 2025, and awards anticipated by July 28, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Cecelia D. Aldridge at 202-795-7293 or via email at cecelia.aldridge@acl.hhs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cecelia D. Aldridge
    (202) 795-7293
    cecelia.aldridge@acl.hhs.gov
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