Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment, and Aftercare
🏛 Indian Health Service (HHS-IHS)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for Tribal nations, tribal organizations, and Indian Health Service-eligible entities serving American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations. Applicants must have the capacity to deliver culturally appropriate substance abuse prevention, treatment, and recovery services. Programs focus on reducing substance abuse through improved care coordination, behavioral health expansion, and early intervention for at-risk youth.
Geographic scope is limited to Tribal lands and AI/AN communities nationwide. Eligible activities include community-driven prevention initiatives, treatment expansion, recovery support programs, and youth engagement efforts. Cross-system collaboration and family involvement are required components of funded projects.
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Key dates
- Aug 18, 2026 Applications open
- Apr 1, 2027 Application deadline in 162 days
- May 1, 2027 Award announced
- May 1, 2027 Project start
Program description
The primary purpose of this program is to reduce substance abuse among American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations by improving care coordination, expanding culturally appropriate behavioral health services, and implementing early intervention strategies for at-risk AI/AN youth. The program supports Tribal, community-driven prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts that promote cross-system collaboration and the engagement of families, youth, and community partners.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Federal Application form)
- Project Narrative/Proposal
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Evidence of tribal authorization or IHS eligibility documentation
- Organizational capacity documentation
- Evaluation plan
Program contact
- 👤 Division of Grants Management
- 📧 dgm@ihs.gov
- 📞 301-443-5204
Funding track record
No recent recipient data available for CFDA 93.00G in our database.
This can happen for newer programs, programs that use non-standard award types (loans, direct payments, fellowships), or those funded through sub-agencies under different codes.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.00G). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $13,698,772 | |
| 2025 | $13,698,772 | |
| 2026 est. | $13,698,772 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Tribal nations, tribal organizations, and IHS-eligible entities serving AI/AN populations can apply. You must demonstrate capacity to provide culturally appropriate substance abuse services.
What activities does this grant support?
Prevention programs, treatment services, recovery support, and early intervention for at-risk youth. Programs must include care coordination and cross-system collaboration.
Is cost sharing required?
No cost sharing is required for this grant. All eligible activities can be fully funded through the award.
What is the application deadline?
The fixed deadline is April 1, 2027. Plan your application well in advance to meet this deadline.
How competitive is this grant?
This is a highly competitive program with $14 million in total funding supporting multiple awards across AI/AN communities nationwide. Strong cultural competency and community engagement demonstrated strong competitiveness.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Center your proposal on culturally appropriate, community-driven solutions tailored to your specific AI/AN population's needs and strengths.
- Clearly describe cross-system partnerships with health, education, justice, and social service agencies serving your community.
- Include specific, measurable goals for reducing substance abuse and expanding access to treatment among target youth populations.
- Emphasize family and community engagement strategies that reflect traditional values and healing practices alongside evidence-based approaches.
- Build a strong evaluation plan with clear metrics to demonstrate program impact and sustainability beyond the grant period.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposals that lack meaningful tribal or community input and don't reflect cultural values often fail. Applications without clear care coordination mechanisms or evidence of cross-system partnerships are less competitive. Weak evaluation plans or unrealistic timelines for implementing complex behavioral health services reduce funding chances.
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