Strengthening Aging Services for Minority Populations Through Technical Assistance, Resource Development, and Program Coordination
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations serving aging populations from minority communities. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, state and local government agencies, and tribal organizations can apply.
The program supports technical assistance, resource development, and coordination activities. Funding helps strengthen service delivery for older adults in underserved populations. Geographic scope is nationwide, with priority given to areas with significant minority aging populations.
Eligible activities include training staff, developing programs, coordinating services, and building organizational capacity. Organizations must demonstrate experience working with minority aging populations or strong partnerships to reach them.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
Key dates
- Sep 5, 2025 Applications open
- Jun 1, 2026 Application deadline today
- Sep 1, 2026 Award announced
- Sep 1, 2026 Project start
This grant is for organizations serving aging populations from minority communities. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, state and local government agencies, and tribal organizations can apply.
The program supports technical assistance, resource development, and coordination activities. Funding helps strengthen service delivery for older adults in underserved populations. Geographic scope is nationwide, with priority given to areas with significant minority aging populations.
Eligible activities include training staff, developing programs, coordinating services, and building organizational capacity. Organizations must demonstrate experience working with minority aging populations or strong partnerships to reach them.
Program description
The Older Americans Act (OAA) requires that services and supports it funds be targeted to older adults and their family caregivers that are in greatest economic and greatest social need.
The Strengthening Aging Services for Minority Populations Through Technical Assistance, Resource Development, and Program Coordination will fund one (1) National Minority Technical Assistance Resource Center (TARC) that will serve the national aging network. This 3-year (36 month) cooperative agreement will focus on strengthening the national capacity to address the multi-faceted needs of a older adults and their family caregivers.
Outcomes of the project will include:
1. Developing and disseminating training and technical assistance in areas such as (but not limited to) economic security, access to services, housing needs, self-advocacy, family and caregiver supports, and trauma informed approaches.
2. Educating the aging network on effective strategies and resources for engaging older adults who face barriers to receiving adequate outreach and access.
3. Providing evidence-based approaches, community engagement techniques, and resources to ensure all older adults receive the attention and services they deserve.
4. Developing, testing and disseminating approaches that aging and human services network agencies can employ to more successfully work one-on-one with minority older adults, their families, and family caregivers.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- County Government
- Nonprofits
- Private University
- Public Authority
- Public K-12 School
- Public University
- Special District
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Demographic focus
Details
This grant is for organizations serving aging populations from minority communities. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, state and local government agencies, and tribal organizations can apply.
The program supports technical assistance, resource development, and coordination activities. Funding helps strengthen service delivery for older adults in underserved populations. Geographic scope is nationwide, with priority given to areas with significant minority aging populations.
Eligible activities include training staff, developing programs, coordinating services, and building organizational capacity. Organizations must demonstrate experience working with minority aging populations or strong partnerships to reach them.
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (OMB Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative (program description and outcomes)
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational Capacity Statement
- Letters of Support from partners
- DUNS number and SAM registration
Program contact
- 👤 Kari Benson
- 📧 AOA.OAA@acl.hhs.gov
- 📞 202-401-4634
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.048 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$74,999,835
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$50,000,000
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$32,636,000
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$13,015,977
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$12,893,893
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$10,364,463
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$9,949,997
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$9,779,231
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$9,097,121
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$8,389,500
Top States by Funding
- DC 9 awards $167.3M
- NY 6 awards $52.4M
- MO 4 awards $27.3M
- CA 5 awards $17.8M
- VA 4 awards $15.2M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.048). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $82,804,000 | |
| 2025 | $82,804,000 | |
| 2026 est. | $82,804,000 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply?
501(c)(3) nonprofits, state/local government, tribal organizations, and some academic institutions. Applicants must have capacity to serve minority aging populations.
What activities does this fund?
Technical assistance, staff training, resource development, program coordination, and capacity building for aging services.
How competitive is this grant?
Very competitive. Strong preference for demonstrated experience with minority older adults and clear coordination networks.
What is the typical funding range?
Generally ranges from $150,000 to $400,000 annually, but check current NOFO for exact amounts.
When is the deadline?
Specific deadline not listed in NOFO date range. Check ACL website or grants.gov for exact submission deadline.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Emphasize your organization's existing relationships and credibility with minority aging communities.
- Show concrete plans for how technical assistance will improve specific aging services.
- Include letters of support from partner organizations and community leaders.
- Develop clear metrics to measure program coordination and service improvements.
- Address how you'll ensure cultural competence and accessibility in all activities.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applying without demonstrated experience serving minority aging populations. Vague descriptions of how TA will translate to measurable service improvements. Failing to show genuine partnerships with target communities rather than top-down approaches.
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