Rural First Responder Naloxone Grant
The Rural First Responder Naloxone Grant from the Indiana Department of Health funds rural projects equipping first responders with naloxone and training to reduce opioid overdose deaths.
Funder: Indiana Department of Health
Due Dates: May 8, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EST (Application) | April 24, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EST (Questions)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3 million total for community-based programs; typical awards in past cycles ranged from $10,000 to $300,000 annually; project period is 2 years.
Summary: Supports Indiana organizations to implement projects that improve maternal and child health outcomes statewide, focusing on high-need areas and measurable impact.
Key Information: No matching required; indirect costs are not allowed; applications must use provided templates.
Description
This opportunity funds community-driven projects that address Indiana's Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Strategic Initiatives Priorities for 2025–2030. Eligible organizations—including health departments, hospitals, healthcare entities, universities, and nonprofits—can propose programs serving women/maternal, perinatal/infant, child, or adolescent health domains. Projects should demonstrate clear community need, collaborative planning, and measurable outcomes aligned with state MCH priorities. Funding is intended to improve access, coordination, and quality of care, with a focus on reducing preventable deaths and advancing quality of life for Hoosiers.
