U.S. Administration on Aging, National Resource Centers on Older Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiian Programs

The U.S. Administration on Aging, through the Administration for Community Living, is seeking to establish up to three National Resource Centers focused on older American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian populations through a cooperative agreement under solicitation HHS-2026-ACL-AOA-OIRC-0018. The primary mission of these centers is to enhance the understanding of health, long-term care, elder abuse, and other critical issues affecting AI/AN/NH elders by gathering data, conducting research, and providing technical assistance and training to service providers. Applicants must propose a comprehensive work plan with measurable outcomes, including specific activities with clear timelines and responsible personnel, and must ensure all materials meet Section 508 accessibility standards. The program requires a 25% cost-sharing contribution from applicants, operates over a three-year period from September 30, 2026, to September 29, 2029, with an anticipated total funding of $1,020,000 distributed across three annual budget periods, each ranging from $112,000 to $340,000 with a funding range of $215,343 per applicant per period. The award is restricted to tribal governments, tribal organizations, and entities serving these targeted communities. All applicants must comply with the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements outlined in 2 CFR 200, as supplemented by HHS-specific policies in 2 CFR 300 and the HHS Grants Policy Statement, Appendix D. Applications must be submitted via Grants.gov by July 27, 2026, and must include required forms such as SF-424, SF-424A, SF-424B, the Key Contacts Form, Lobbying Certification, and Project/Performance Site Location Form, along with supporting documents including a 20-page project narrative, a budget narrative with no page limit, and a consolidated Other Attachments Form containing an indirect cost agreement, commitment letters, proof of nonprofit status, and resumes or job descriptions for key staff. Proposals must be submitted in English in PDF format with Times New Roman or Arial 11-point font, one-inch margins, and double-spaced narrative text, and must not exceed 88 total pages. Applications are subject to a pass/fail responsiveness review and will be evaluated on a weighted basis across five factors including alignment with ACL goals, project design, impact,