The Illinois Department of Public Health is announcing the availability of federal funding through the Overdose Fatality Review Team Development and Implementation grant. This opportunity is designed to support the establishment and expansion of Overdose Fatality Review (OFR) teams throughout Illinois. These teams aim to better understand the circumstances surrounding overdose deaths and to identify potential interventions to prevent future fatalities. The OFR teams are encouraged to bring together multidisciplinary partners such as public health officials, medical professionals, law enforcement, social service providers, and harm reduction advocates to review cases and develop actionable recommendations.
The total anticipated funding for this opportunity is $640,205, with individual awards ranging from $35,000 to $75,000. The funding is federally sourced and does not require cost sharing or matching contributions. Up to 15 awards are expected to be granted under this funding opportunity. Indirect costs are allowed, and there are no restrictions specified on the indirect cost rate.
Applicants must submit their proposals through the IDPH Grants Portal (https://idphgrants.com/user/home.aspx) during the open application window, which runs from April 1, 2025, through May 2, 2025, by 5:00 PM Central Time. The official posted date of the NOFO is April 1, 2025. While there is no explicit mention of recurring cycles or future rounds, the inclusion of technical assistance sessions suggests structured support for applicants throughout the submission period.
Eligible entities include those that can form and maintain local OFR teams. The grant aims to promote data sharing, multidisciplinary collaboration, and implementation of evidence-based recommendations for reducing drug-related fatalities. While the NOFO summary does not provide an exhaustive list of eligibility criteria, it implies that public health entities and relevant community-based organizations are potential applicants.
For questions regarding the funding opportunity, applicants are directed to contact Leslie Wise via email at leslie.wise@illinois.gov. Technical assistance sessions are also offered to support the application process, though details about session dates or registration links were not included in the summary.
