Preventing Drug Overdoses: Community Prevention and Response
This grant funds community programs to prevent drug overdose deaths by increasing access to FDA-approved opioid overdose reversal medications.
Funder: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis
Due Dates: July 27, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $850,000 per year for up to 3 years; total program funding $11,050,000; approx. 13 awards
Summary: Supports community-wide programs to prevent and reduce drug overdose deaths by expanding access to FDA-approved opioid overdose reversal medications.
Description
This grant supports the development and implementation of comprehensive, community-wide prevention programs aimed at reducing drug overdose deaths. The focus is on expanding access to FDA-approved opioid overdose reversal medications, integrating prevention strategies, and fostering local partnerships to address the opioid crisis. Projects should demonstrate a clear plan for reducing overdose mortality through evidence-based interventions and community engagement.
