Women's Initiative for Screening and Health (WISH)

The Women's Initiative for Screening and Health (WISH) is a federal solicitation issued by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) under the Department of Health and Human Services. The program aims to improve women's health across their lifespan by increasing access to preventive health services. The project utilizes a multidisciplinary coalition to review and recommend evidence-based updates to HRSA-supported preventive service guidelines, raise awareness of these guidelines, and increase their adoption in clinical practice. This is a Cooperative Agreement with a total program funding and award ceiling of 1,000,000 dollars, with one expected award. The period of performance is five years, beginning March 1, 2027. Eligible applicants include a wide range of domestic organizations, including state and local governments, nonprofits, institutions of higher education, and small businesses. Applications must be submitted via Grants.gov by January 8, 2027. The evaluation process focuses on resources, capabilities, and performance management, with a specific risk assessment conducted for awards exceeding 250,000 dollars. Key requirements include a comprehensive five-year work plan, a sustainability plan, and adherence to NIST cybersecurity frameworks and HHS evaluation policies. Required documentation includes staffing plans, biographical sketches of key personnel, and a project organizational chart.