[Indian Health Service](https://www.ihs.gov)

June 1, 2026 (forecasted)

Option A: $500,000–$750,000/year; Option B: $250,000–$300,000/year; up to 5 years

Supports Tribal and Urban Indian communities in strengthening dementia care and caregiver support for American Indian and Alaska Native people.

This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details may change when the official announcement is released.

--- ## Description This program aims to improve dementia care and services for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) people by supporting Tribal and Urban Indian communities. The initiative is rooted in Indigenous values and community self-determination, with funding for projects that span the full continuum of dementia care—from early recognition to caregiver support. There are two options for applicants: - **Option A – Dementia CAReS (Care Access, Resources, and Support):** One national awardee will coordinate mini-project funding for clinics, build a Dementia Champion Network, facilitate success sharing through case studies and toolkits, and lead evaluation and data efforts using standardized measures. - **Option B – Dementia Caregiver Support and Training Center:** One national awardee will develop and implement a comprehensive, culturally relevant caregiver support and training model, prioritizing leadership, advocacy, and knowledge development for Tribes, Tribal organizations, and Urban Indian organizations. Both options require recipients to document emerging practices using standardized measures, supporting continuous quality improvement and better outcomes for AI/AN people and their caregivers. --- ## Due Dates - **Estimated Application Due Date:** June 1, 2026 (forecasted) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Option A (CAReS):** $500,000–$750,000 per year for the first budget period; up to 5 years of funding. - **Option B (Caregiver Support):** $250,000–$300,000 per year for the first budget period; up to 5 years of funding. - **Expected Number of Awards:** 2 (one per option) - **Estimated Total Program Funding:** $750,000 --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) - Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) - Urban Indian organizations, defined by 25 U.S.C. 1603(29), that are nonprofit corporate bodies situated in urban centers, governed by an urban Indian-controlled board, and currently administering a contract or receiving an award under 25 U.S.C. 1653. Proof of nonprofit status is required. --- ## Application Process - The opportunity is currently a **forecast**; the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and application package are not yet posted. - When published, applications must be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360294). - Monitor the [Indian Health Service funding page](https://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/) for updates and the official NOFO release. --- ## Additional Information - No cost sharing or matching is required. - Projects are funded as cooperative agreements. - Recipients must use standardized performance measures for evaluation and reporting. - Only one national awardee will be selected for each option. --- ## External Links - [Official Grants.gov Listing (Forecast)](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360294) - [Indian Health Service Funding Opportunities](https://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/) --- ## Contact Information | Division of Grants Management | 301-443-5204 | [dgm@ihs.gov](mailto:dgm@ihs.gov) |

Dementia CAReS Grants for American Indian and Alaska Native Communities

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