This grant helps federally recognized Tribes plan how they want to manage their health care programs. Tribes can choose to get health care directly from the Indian Health Service (IHS), manage specific programs themselves, or take full control over health care programs. The grant provides funding to help Tribes plan and prepare for these options.
Who it's for: Federally recognized Indian Tribal Governments and private institutions of higher education interested in helping Tribes manage their health care programs.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Indian Tribal Government
- Not being a private institution of higher education
- Submitting an incomplete application
- Missing the application deadline
What You May Need
- Proof of federal recognition for Tribes
- Detailed project plan
- Budget proposal
- Organizational documents
- Completed application form
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
Cautions
- Ensure your Tribe is federally recognized
- Prepare a comprehensive project plan
- Be aware of the application deadline
- Understand the different health care management options
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian Tribal Governments, which are Tribes recognized by the U.S. government as sovereign entities with a government-to-government relationship. Additionally, private institutions of higher education that are interested in assisting Tribes with health care management are eligible to apply.
Overview
Federally recognized Indian Tribal Governments and private institutions of higher education interested in helping Tribes manage their health care programs.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Indian Tribal Government
- Not being a private institution of higher education
- Submitting an incomplete application
- Missing the application deadline
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to plan and prepare for managing health care programs, including developing strategies, conducting assessments, and building administrative capacity.
Total Program Funding
$540,000
Expected Awards
3
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 3, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 3, 2026(51 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify federal recognition status
- Develop a detailed project plan
- Prepare a budget proposal
- Gather organizational documents
- Complete the application form
- Submit letters of support or partnership agreements
- Submit the application by the deadline