Community Level Innovations for Improving Health Outcomes
ID: 349434Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

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

Award Range

$475K - $600K

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/349434
Timeline
    Description

    The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health is forecasting a funding opportunity titled "Community Level Innovations for Improving Health Outcomes," aimed at enhancing access to preventive health services and addressing health disparities linked to social determinants of health (SDOH). This initiative seeks applications for community-centric projects that align with Healthy People 2030 Leading Health Indicators (LHIs) and focus on innovative solutions to improve health outcomes in underserved populations. With an estimated total program funding of $8 million, the initiative anticipates awarding 14 grants ranging from $475,000 to $600,000 each, with applications due by May 15, 2024. Interested applicants can contact Paul Rodriguez at paul.rodriguez@hhs.gov or call 240-453-2882 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Paul Rodriguez
    (240) 453-2882
    paul.rodriguez@hhs.gov
    Files
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    CLIIHO TA Webinar MP-CPI-24-001 _ 03132024 (002).pdf
    CLIIHO.pdf
    The Community Level Innovations for Improving Health Outcomes (CLIIHO) Initiative, announced in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) MP-CPI-24-001, aims to enhance preventive health services access and reduce health disparities tied to social determinants of health (SDOH). The initiative encourages development of community-centric projects that align with Healthy People 2030 Leading Health Indicators (LHIs) and SDOH domains, fostering partnerships between community-based organizations and healthcare providers. The funding opportunity focuses on sustainable collaboration, implementation of innovative health models, and thorough evaluation of project impacts on health disparities. Eligible applicants include nonprofit and public entities from various U.S territories, with proposals due by May 15, 2024. Applications must demonstrate significance through local health data, present a clear project plan encompassing measurable objectives, and outline strategies for data dissemination within the community. Successful applications will be assessed based on criteria such as project significance, clarity of approach, and organizational capability. The initiative underscores the government's commitment to addressing health inequities through effective community engagement and innovative solutions.
    FAQs - MP-CPI-24-001.03202024.pdf
    FAQs.pdf
    The Community Level Innovations for Improving Health Outcomes Initiative (Opportunity Number: MP-CPI-24-001) is designed to fund projects aimed at reducing barriers related to social determinants of health (SDOH) and improving access to preventive health services in underserved communities. Eligible applicants include various nonprofit and public entities, excluding for-profit organizations. Applications are due by May 15, 2024, and must comply with specified requirements, including documentation of SDOH domains and leading health indicators. The initiative anticipates 14 competitive awards, with funding between $475,000 and $600,000 per project. Applicants are encouraged to form collaborative networks utilizing community-level public health improvement models. The funded projects should focus on health disparities, outlining measurable outcomes and evaluation plans, including a disparity impact statement based on local data. Key expectations also include a comprehensive evaluation of project outcomes, transparency in sharing findings, and the integration of sustainability planning throughout the four-year project duration. The grants process includes an independent merit review to assess applications based on their responsiveness to the funding opportunity criteria and budget compliance. This funding opportunity emphasizes innovative approaches to enhancing health equity among marginalized populations.
    MP-CPI-24-001 Resource List.pdf
    MP-CPI-24-001-FAQs.pdf
    The Community Level Innovations for Improving Health Outcomes Initiative (Opportunity Number: MP-CPI-24-001) aims to enhance public health by funding initiatives addressing social determinants of health (SDOH) and promoting the use of preventive health services. Eligible applicants include public and private nonprofit entities, such as community organizations and state governments, across various U.S. jurisdictions. Funding for projects will range between $475,000 and $600,000, with a total availability of $8 million for approximately 14 awards. Applications must clearly demonstrate their focus on two specific SDOH domains and one to two leading health indicators (LHIs). The deadline for submission is May 15, 2024, and organizations must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Proposals should emphasize innovative community-level strategies that contribute to reducing health disparities. Successful recipients are expected to conduct process and outcome evaluations, develop a disparity impact statement, and publish their findings to foster shared learning. This initiative underscores the importance of collaborative networks in improving health outcomes and highlights the government's commitment to addressing health inequities in underserved populations.
    MP-CPI-24-001.pdf
    The document outlines the "Community Level Innovations for Improving Health Outcomes Initiative," aimed at enhancing health and well-being through various strategies related to social determinants of health (SDOH). It references the Healthy People 2030 framework, which identifies key health indicators and provides resources like literature summaries and actionable tools to tackle public health issues. Key resources highlighted include the Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool, which identifies disadvantaged communities, and the Environmental Justice Index for assessing cumulative impacts of environmental injustices. The document promotes initiatives such as "Food as Medicine," aimed at combating hunger and chronic disease, as well as the Justice40 program, which ensures federal investments benefit marginalized communities. Additionally, it underscores tools for improving language access for individuals with limited English proficiency and emphasizes the importance of culturally and linguistically appropriate services. The overarching goal of these initiatives is to equip organizations and communities with resources to substantially improve health outcomes while addressing the socio-economic disparities that affect health.
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    OPTIONAL.pdf
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