HIV Prevention Regional Implementation Grant

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking applicants for the HIV Prevention Regional Implementation Grant. The grant aims to provide funding for regional lead agencies to implement HIV prevention services in eight regions across Illinois. The grant will fund a one-year grant cycle, from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The grant will support the delivery of HIV prevention services, including risk-based HIV testing, risk reduction activities, and condom distribution. The grant will also support the hiring and training of peer outreach staff and the implementation of social networking strategies to increase recruitment and engagement of Black and Latine men who have sex with men into prevention services. • The grant will support the delivery of HIV prevention services in eight regions across Illinois. • The grant will fund a one-year grant cycle, from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. • The grant will support the hiring and training of peer outreach staff and the implementation of social networking strategies. • The grant will require applicants to demonstrate the ability to competently staff and manage the successful delivery of the Regional Service Plan. • The grant will require applicants to demonstrate the ability to meet IDPH performance standards in delivering required services with cultural competence and humility.