This grant helps federally recognized Tribes cover the costs of negotiating with the Indian Health Service (IHS) to manage their own health care programs. It provides financial support for Tribes to prepare for and participate in these negotiations, allowing them to tailor health care services to their community's needs.
Who it's for: Federally recognized Indian Tribal governments and private institutions of higher education that are involved in supporting Tribal health care management.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Indian Tribal government
- Not being a private institution of higher education
- Lack of involvement in Tribal health care management
- Incomplete application
- Missing required documentation
What You May Need
- Proof of federal recognition for Tribal governments
- Documentation of current health care programs
- Detailed plan for negotiation with IHS
- Budget proposal for negotiation costs
- Completed application forms
- Organizational information
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Evidence of previous health care management experience
Cautions
- Ensure your Tribe is federally recognized
- Prepare a detailed negotiation plan
- Submit all required documentation by the deadline
- Understand the different health care management options available
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are federally recognized Indian Tribal governments, which means Tribes that are acknowledged by the federal government as sovereign entities. Additionally, private institutions of higher education that support Tribal health care management are eligible to apply. These entities must be involved in the process of negotiating with the Indian Health Service to manage health care programs.
Overview
Federally recognized Indian Tribal governments and private institutions of higher education that are involved in supporting Tribal health care management.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Indian Tribal government
- Not being a private institution of higher education
- Lack of involvement in Tribal health care management
- Incomplete application
- Missing required documentation
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to cover costs associated with preparing for and participating in negotiations with the IHS. This includes expenses related to planning, staffing, and other resources necessary for the negotiation process.
Total Program Funding
$252,000
Expected Awards
3
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 3, 2026(51 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify federal recognition status
- Gather documentation of current health care programs
- Develop a negotiation plan with IHS
- Prepare a budget for negotiation costs
- Complete all application forms
- Collect organizational information
- Obtain letters of support or partnership agreements
- Submit the application by August 3, 2026