Native Public Health Resilience
🏛 Indian Health Service (HHS-IHS)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for federally recognized Tribes and Tribal organizations to deliver Essential Public Health Services. Applicants must be Tribal nations or Tribal entities that can document legal tribal status and governance capacity. Projects must align with IHS priorities in public health resilience and community health protection. Geographic scope is nationwide, covering all federally recognized Tribes regardless of location.
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Key dates
- Sep 10, 2026 Applications open
- Jun 30, 2028 Application deadline in 619 days
- Aug 30, 2028 Award announced
- Sep 30, 2028 Project start
Program description
New cohort of NPHR awards designed to fund Tribes and Tribal Orgs to provide Essential Public Health Services
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Proof of federally recognized tribal status (BIA documentation or IHS recognition letter)
- Tribal resolution of support from elected leadership
- Project narrative describing Essential Public Health Services activities
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organizational capacity statement
- Letters of support from tribal partners and community stakeholders
- Data demonstrating baseline health needs
Program contact
- 👤 Division of Grants Management
- 📧 dgm@ihs.gov
- 📞 301-443-5204
Funding track record
No recent recipient data available for CFDA 93.00P 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 93.00P). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $1,090,000 | |
| 2025 | $32,900,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Federally recognized Tribes and Tribal organizations that provide public health services. State, local, and individual applicants are not eligible.
What is the funding timeline?
The application deadline is June 30, 2028. This is a fixed deadline; rolling applications are not accepted.
What activities are supported?
Essential Public Health Services including disease prevention, health promotion, environmental health, and community resilience programs.
How competitive is this grant?
With $4 million total funding available, competition is moderate to strong. Award amounts vary based on project scope and tribal population served.
Can I apply if I am not a federally recognized Tribe?
No. Only federally recognized Tribes and tribal-controlled organizations qualify. Tribal consultation or partnerships with non-tribal entities do not make non-tribal organizations eligible.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Emphasize tribal sovereignty and governance capacity in your application narrative. Reviewers prioritize applicants with strong internal systems.
- Align your public health priorities with IHS strategic goals: health equity, behavioral health, and chronic disease prevention.
- Document baseline health data and specific health disparities your Tribe faces. Use this to justify your project scope.
- Build strong partnerships with tribal health departments and community leaders. Include letters of support demonstrating community buy-in.
- Clearly define measurable outcomes tied to Essential Public Health Services. Vague goals will weaken your competitiveness.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to establish tribal legal status or governance documentation early. Applying for activities outside Essential Public Health Services scope. Submitting weak baselines and insufficient community engagement evidence.
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