Description
The Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP)-Impact is a funding opportunity that aims to support rural communities in addressing the opioid crisis. The program will provide funding to support evidence-based prevention, treatment, and recovery services, as well as workforce development and community networking. The goal of the program is to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with substance use disorder and enable sustained recovery and well-being. Key aspects of the program include:
• New or expanded evidence-based SUD prevention, treatment, and recovery services in rural areas
• Coordination across health and supportive social services to enable sustained, long-term recovery
• A larger, more responsive workforce to address SUD-related needs
• Multi-sector community networks to strengthen and sustain local service delivery
Eligible applicants include domestic public or private, non-profit, and for-profit entities. The program will provide up to $750,000 in funding per award, and it is estimated that 80 awards will be made.