National Coordinating Center for Language Access Services
ID: 355829Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (HHS-OPHS)

Award Range

$600K - $700K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355829
Timeline
    Description

    The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health is forecasting a federal grant opportunity titled "National Coordinating Center for Language Access Services" aimed at establishing a center to enhance access to language services for individuals with limited English proficiency. The grant will support a demonstration project that assesses effective approaches to connect health and human service professionals with qualified interpreters and translators, ultimately improving health outcomes for this population. This initiative is critical as it addresses significant barriers faced by individuals with limited English proficiency in accessing healthcare and social services. The estimated funding for this project ranges from $600,000 to $700,000, with applications due by April 2, 2025, and an anticipated award date of June 15, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to Alana Sutherland at 301-945-3668 or via email at OMHGrants@hhs.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alana Sutherland
    (301) 945-3668
    OMHGrants@hhs.gov
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