Are You Ready for the FY 2024 New Access Points Grant?

Healthcare is a basic necessity of life, but unfortunately, underserved communities and populations often face barriers that prevent them from receiving the care they need. Fortunately, the New Access Points (NAP) funding program from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is a tremendous way to bridge that gap. The NAP grant application becomes available December 12, 2023, and is estimated to be due February 12, 2024, according to Grants.gov. If you're a healthcare professional looking to expand access to care in your communities, you won't want to miss it!

Let's take a closer look at the NAP grant and how you, as a health center, can prepare to serve thousands of of new patients through mobile healthcare. We'll cover who is eligible for the grant, the grant amount, and how you can apply for the funding. Are you ready to get started?

Who's Eligible?

First and foremost, let's take a look at who is eligible for the NAP grant. County governments, city or township governments, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), independent school districts, special district governments, nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS (other than institutions of higher education), and state governments are all eligible to apply for the grant. If you fall under any of these categories, you're eligible to apply and serve your communities through mobile healthcare.

How much $$$ is there?

Now let's talk about the grant amount. Individual NAP grants are $650k+ and an estimated 230 grants are available. That means an estimated total of $149.5 million is up for grabs, and, if you have a solid plan in place, a solid chunk of it could be going to support your underserved communities' health! With a budget like that, you could serve thousands of new patients through mobile healthcare. Just think about the impact you could make on your community with that kind of support.

Application Process

So, how can you apply for the NAP grant? Before the application becomes available in December 12, 2023, you should start preparing your proposal. Identify gaps in your current healthcare delivery system and map out how you can fill those gaps with mobile healthcare. In your proposal, elaborate on how your mobile healthcare services will not only provide immediate medical attention but also focus on preventive measures. This can include regular health screenings, health education programs, and community outreach initiatives to promote healthy lifestyles. By integrating these elements into your vision, you will show the NAP funding committee that your healthcare center is dedicated to addressing the root causes of health disparities and ensuring the well-being of underserved populations. This will demonstrate to the NAP funding committee that you have a clear understanding of the communities you'll serve and how you plan to serve them.

In addition, your proposal should also provide a detailed budget and timeline for how you'll use the NAP grant funds. Break down your expenses by milestone and provide concrete deliverables to show the NAP funding committee that you have a solid plan in place. The process is challenging, as well as competitive, but with some good research and a solid vision, getting a NAP grant can be easy! To learn more in-depth on requirements pre and post application, check out our blog breakdown we did here! 

Conclusion

Serving thousands of new patients through mobile healthcare is a lofty goal, but with the support of the NAP grant, it's achievable. By preparing your proposal early and demonstrating a clear understanding of the communities you serve, you increase your chances of securing the NAP grant to support your communities. Don't let this opportunity pass you by – start prepping your proposal now, and get ready to deliver quality healthcare to underserved communities across the nation.

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