National Indian Health Outreach and Education

The National Indian Health Outreach and Education (NIHOE) Program is a competitive cooperative agreement issued by the Indian Health Service (IHS) under the Department of Health and Human Services. The program aims to improve health literacy and promote healthy behaviors among American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN) through outreach, training, and technical assistance. Key focus areas include health education, Rural Health Transformation and the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, substance abuse and suicide prevention, domestic violence prevention, the Special Diabetes Program for American Indians, tribal budget formulation, and tribal youth health advisory activities. Total funding for fiscal year 2026 is approximately 1,101,311 dollars, with one anticipated award for a three-year period of performance starting January 1, 2027. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and federally recognized Native American tribal governments. Applications must be submitted via Grants.gov by November 2, 2026, and require active SAM.gov and Grants.gov accounts. The evaluation process is based on a 100-point scale, prioritizing project objectives and work plans (40 points), program evaluation (20 points), the need for assistance (15 points), organizational capabilities (15 points), and the budget narrative (10 points). Funding decisions also consider agency priorities, portfolio distribution, and past performance. Required documentation includes a one-page work plan chart, biographical sketches for key personnel, proof of nonprofit status, and audit documentation from the Federal Audit Clearinghouse. Recipients must comply with 2 CFR 200, the HHS Grants Policy Statement, and federal anti-discrimination laws.