The Phase 2 Produce Prescription Pilot Program is designed to help Tribes, Tribal organizations, and Urban Indian organizations create programs that provide access to healthy foods, like fruits and vegetables, to improve overall health and wellness in their communities.
Who it's for: This grant is for Tribes, Tribal organizations, Urban Indian organizations, and private institutions of higher education that want to develop programs to increase access to nutritious foods.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Indian Tribal government
- Not being a Tribal organization
- Not being an Urban Indian organization
- Not being a private institution of higher education
- Submitting an incomplete application
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility as a Tribal entity or private institution
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational background information
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Documentation of community needs
- Plan for measuring program impact
- Registration with the Indian Health Service
Cautions
- Ensure all application materials are complete and submitted by the deadline.
- Verify eligibility as a Tribal or educational institution.
- Be prepared to demonstrate how the program will impact community health.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian Tribal governments, which are the governing bodies of Native American tribes recognized by the U.S. government. Tribal organizations, which are legally established groups that represent Native American tribes, are also eligible. Urban Indian organizations, which provide services to Native Americans in urban areas, can apply as well. Additionally, private institutions of higher education, which are privately funded colleges or universities, are eligible to apply.
Overview
This grant is for Tribes, Tribal organizations, Urban Indian organizations, and private institutions of higher education that want to develop programs to increase access to nutritious foods.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Indian Tribal government
- Not being a Tribal organization
- Not being an Urban Indian organization
- Not being a private institution of higher education
- Submitting an incomplete application
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement produce prescription models, which may include purchasing nutritious foods, setting up distribution systems, and creating educational materials to promote healthy eating.
Total Program Funding
$3,500,000
Expected Awards
18
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 19, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 22, 2026(9 days)
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Fall 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a Tribal entity or private institution
- Register with the Indian Health Service
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather organizational background information
- Secure letters of support or partnership agreements
- Document community needs
- Create a plan for measuring program impact
- Submit the application by June 22, 2026