Senior Medicare Patrol State Project Grants - Pennsylvania

The Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) State Project Grants – Pennsylvania is a forecasted funding opportunity offered by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), which operates under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The SMP program seeks to support efforts that empower Medicare beneficiaries, along with their families and caregivers, to prevent, detect, and report healthcare fraud, errors, and abuse. This initiative is grounded in the belief that informed and engaged consumers are crucial to combating fraud in the healthcare system, particularly within Medicare. The primary objective of this grant opportunity is to fund one cooperative agreement for the State of Pennsylvania, supporting localized SMP activities. The recipient will use the funds to carry out grassroots education, outreach, and counseling activities that raise awareness about Medicare fraud and teach beneficiaries how to safeguard their personal Medicare information. Through these efforts, SMP projects aim to build capacity to assist individuals who encounter potential instances of fraud or abuse, enhancing the overall integrity of the Medicare system. ACL currently funds SMP projects across all U.S. states and territories, including the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The SMP workforce is largely volunteer-based, with trained individuals helping to disseminate information and provide assistance in detecting billing discrepancies and suspicious activity. Projects are expected to use a variety of platforms, including media campaigns, public outreach, and community events, to extend their impact and visibility. Eligible applicants include a broad range of entities such as nonprofits (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), government bodies at the state and local levels, educational institutions, tribal organizations, and for-profit organizations other than small businesses. Faith-based and community organizations may also apply, provided they meet eligibility criteria. However, foreign entities are not eligible for this opportunity. The anticipated funding amount for this cooperative agreement is $1,100,000. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement for applicants. The estimated timeline for this opportunity includes a posting date of December 15, 2025, with an application due date of February 12, 2026. Awards are expected to be issued by April 1, 2026, which also marks the project start date. The opportunity will remain archived until May 1, 2027. As this is a recurring opportunity, it suggests similar rounds in future fiscal years. The application will need to be submitted through Grants.gov, though specific application components or portal steps are not detailed in the forecast notice. For further information or inquiries, interested parties may contact Rebecca Kinney at 202-795-7375. Additional guidance and updates may be found on the ACL’s official grants webpage at https://acl.gov/grants/open-opportunities.