Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities
Indian Health Service
About This Grant
The purpose of this NOFO is to strengthen public health capacity of 1) Tribal Epidemiology Centers (TECs) and 2) the Tribes, Tribal Organizations, Urban Indian organizations, and Intertribal Consortiums that they support to fulfill the seven functions of TECs as outlined in the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA) at 25 U.S.C. 1621m(b). It is the intent of IHS to fund sufficient TECs to serve Tribes and Urban Indian communities in all 12 IHS administrative areas and serving the Urban population as a consolidated Area. Applicant objectives may include activities beyond the required activities but must address all required activities.
Grant Summary
Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities is a Indian Health Service grant providing $75K to $3.5M for tribal government. Applications are due 2026-07-13 (closing in 25 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- Federally recognized Indian TribesAn Indian Tribe as defined by 25 U.S.C. 1603(14). The term "Indian Tribe" means any Indian Tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, including any Alaska Native village or group, or regional or village corporation, as defined in or established pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (85 Stat. 688) [43 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.], which is recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of their status as Indians.Tribal organizations A Tribal organization as defined by 25 U.S.C. 1603(26). The term "Tribal organization" has the meaning given the term insection 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C.5304(l)): "Tribal organization" means the recognized governing body of any Indian Tribe; any legally established organization of Indians which is controlled, sanctioned, or chartered by such governing body or which is democratically elected by the adult members of the Indian community to be served by such organization and which includes the maximum participation of Indians in all phases of its activities: provided that, in any case where a contract is let or grant made to an organization to perform services benefiting more than one Indian Tribe, the approval of each such Indian Tribe shall be a prerequisite to the letting or making of such contract or grant.You must submit letters of support or Tribal Resolutions from the Tribes you will serve.Urban Indian OrganizationsUrban Indian organization as defined by 25 U.S.C. 1603(29), that is currently administering a contract or receiving an award pursuant to 25 U.S.C. 1653. The term "Urban Indian organization" means a nonprofit corporate body situated in an urban center, governed by an urban Indian controlled board of directors, and providing for the maximum participation of all interested Indian groups and individuals, which body is capable of legally cooperating with other public and private entities for the purpose of performing the activities described in 25 U.S.C. 1653(a).You must provide proof of nonprofit status.
How to Apply
$75K–$3.5M
2026-07-13
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities from Indian Health Service, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Indian Health Service before the deadline.
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Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities?
Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities is offered by Indian Health Service and is generally open to tribal government. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities provide?
Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities provides between $75K and $3.5M per award from Indian Health Service. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities deadline?
Applications for Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities are due 2026-07-13 (closing in 25 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Indian Health Service, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities?
To apply for Epidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Indian Health Service.