Community Health Aide Program: Tribal Planning and Implementation (TPI)

The Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) Tribal Planning and Implementation (TPI) grant is offered by the Indian Health Service (IHS) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The CHAP TPI initiative is designed to support Tribes and Tribal Organizations (T/TO) in the contiguous 48 states in developing and launching Community Health Aide Programs that meet their unique healthcare needs. This grant opportunity is currently in the forecast stage, with an estimated posting date of October 1, 2025. The program is part of IHS’s mission to raise the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest level, with a specific focus on increasing access to culturally competent health care. The purpose of this funding is to enable T/TO to plan and implement CHAP by offering the flexibility to tailor services to the needs of their communities. The program supports a range of activities including establishing regional frameworks, enhancing clinical support systems, developing tailored healthcare delivery models, and integrating technology to improve access and efficiency. It also emphasizes comprehensive workforce training, integration with existing health services, and strategies to address social determinants of health. These combined efforts aim to strengthen the availability, quality, and sustainability of community health services in Tribal communities. The scope of funding covers planning, implementation, and sustainability efforts. Eligible costs may include staffing, training programs, technology and infrastructure development, clinical integration, and community outreach. The funding is intended to ensure that communities can create and maintain health aide programs that are responsive to local needs, culturally appropriate, and operationally effective. The program has an estimated total funding pool of $2,000,000, with approximately five awards expected. Specific award ceilings and floors have not been established and will be confirmed when the official notice is published. Eligibility is limited to Native American tribal governments that are federally recognized and Native American tribal organizations other than federally recognized tribal governments. This ensures that funding is directed toward organizations that have direct responsibility for the health of Tribal communities. The program does not require cost sharing or matching funds, making it more accessible for eligible entities that may have limited financial resources for upfront investment. The grant is forecasted to open for applications on October 1, 2025, with an estimated application deadline of January 1, 2026. Awards are expected to be announced by March 1, 2026, and funded projects are projected to begin by March 15, 2026. Applicants will be required to submit proposals through the federal grants system once the notice is officially posted, and specific application instructions, evaluation criteria, and submission requirements will be detailed in the final announcement. For additional details and updates, prospective applicants can visit the IHS Division of Grants Management website at https://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/. Direct inquiries can be made to the Division of Grants Management via email at dgm@ihs.gov or by phone at 301-443-5204. This forecasted opportunity will be updated once published on Grants.gov, and interested parties should monitor both the IHS and Grants.gov websites to ensure timely preparation and submission.