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

March 27, 2026 (forecasted)

Estimated total program funding: $851,311 | Expected number of awards: 1 | No cost sharing required

Supports health outreach and education efforts to improve health outcomes for American Indians and Alaska Natives.

Forecasted opportunity; application package and final due date to be confirmed.

--- ## Description The National Indian Health Outreach and Education (NIHOE) Program is a competitive cooperative agreement administered by the Indian Health Service (IHS). This program is designed to support national outreach and education initiatives that address health care needs and improve health outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. The awardee will provide services such as health education, policy advocacy, and coordination between Tribal governments, Tribal organizations, and federal agencies to promote and support improved health care in Indian Country. --- ## Due Dates - **Forecasted application due date:** March 27, 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Estimated total program funding:** $851,311 - **Expected number of awards:** 1 - **Cost sharing/matching:** Not required --- ## Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the following criteria: - Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. - Demonstrate expertise in: - Representing Tribal governments and providing services to Tribes, area health boards, Tribal organizations, and federal agencies. - Focusing attention on Indian health care needs and improving health outcomes for Tribes. - Promoting and supporting health education for AI/AN communities. - Coordinating efforts to inform AI/AN leaders of federal decisions impacting Tribal government interests and Indian health care. - Administering national health policy and health programs. - Maintaining a national AI/AN constituency and supporting critical services within the IHS mission. - Proof of nonprofit status is required. --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and application package are not yet available. - Monitor [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360296) and the [IHS Division of Grants Management Funding page](https://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/) for updates and the release of the full application instructions. - Prepare documentation to demonstrate eligibility, including nonprofit status and organizational expertise. - Reach out to the IHS Division of Grants Management with questions prior to the NOFO release. --- ## Additional Information - The award will be made as a cooperative agreement, indicating substantial involvement of IHS in program activities. - Only one award is expected for this cycle. - The program aligns with the IHS mission to improve the quality of health care for AI/AN people. --- ## External Links - [Opportunity forecast on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360296) - [IHS Division of Grants Management Funding page](https://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |--------------------------|----------------------------|---------------| | Division of Grants Management | [dgm@ihs.gov](mailto:dgm@ihs.gov) | 301-443-5204 |

National Indian Health Outreach and Education

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