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

May 21, 2026 (forecasted)

Estimated total program funding: $540,000 | Expected number of awards: 3

Supports Tribes and eligible organizations in planning to assume and manage health care programs through the Tribal Self-Governance Program.

This is a forecasted opportunity; application materials and exact deadlines are not yet finalized.

--- ## Description The Tribal Self-Governance Planning Cooperative Agreement provides resources to federally recognized Tribes, eligible tribal organizations, and qualifying Urban Indian organizations to plan for participation in the Indian Health Service (IHS) Tribal Self-Governance Program (TSGP). Through TSGP, Tribes may negotiate to assume control over Programs, Services, Functions, and Activities (PSFAs) previously managed by IHS, allowing for tailored health care solutions that best meet the needs of their communities. This funding supports: - Tribes interested in entering the TSGP for the first time. - Existing Self-Governance Tribes seeking to assume new or expanded PSFAs. Participation options include: - Receiving services directly from IHS. - Contracting to administer specific programs (Title I Self-Determination Contracting). - Assuming full control via a Self-Governance Compact (Title V). Tribes may combine these options to fit their unique circumstances. --- ## Due Dates - Estimated application due date: May 21, 2026 (forecasted) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $540,000 - Expected number of awards: 3 - Funding instrument: Cooperative Agreement Award ceilings and floors are not specified in the forecast. Awards are typically for a single year. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Federally recognized Native American tribal governments - Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) - Urban Indian organizations as defined by 25 U.S.C. 1603(29) that are currently administering a contract or receiving an award pursuant to 25 U.S.C. 1653 **Urban Indian organizations must:** - Be a nonprofit corporate body situated in an urban center - Be governed by an urban Indian-controlled board of directors - Provide for maximum participation of all interested Indian groups and individuals - Be capable of legally cooperating with other public and private entities - Provide proof of nonprofit status See the [program page](https://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/) for further eligibility details. --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and application package are not yet posted. - Monitor [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360300) and the [IHS Division of Grants Management Funding page](https://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/) for updates. - When posted, applicants will submit materials via Grants.gov. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Additional Information - Awardees will receive cooperative agreements, which may involve substantial IHS programmatic involvement. - The program is intended to enhance tribal capacity to manage health programs and prepare for Self-Governance negotiations. - For historical NOFOs and sample application materials, see the [IHS Funding Archive](https://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/funding-archive/). --- ## External Links - [IHS Division of Grants Management Funding Opportunities](https://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/) - [Forecast on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360300) - [Assistance Listing 93.444 on SAM.gov](https://sam.gov/content/assistance-listings) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------------|----------------------|---------------| | Division of Grants Management | [DGM@ihs.gov](mailto:DGM@ihs.gov) | 301-443-5204 |

Tribal Self-Governance Planning

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