Description
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is offering the Oral Health Wellness (OHW) grant, funded through the federal Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant. Up to 12 awards of $20,000‑$27,000 each will support community‑based oral‑health strategies for children and pregnant women, such as fluoride varnish, sealants, oral health education, training of WIC and CHW staff, minimally invasive dentistry, and referral coordination. Grants are three‑year awards (Year 1 funding in FY 2027) with potential non‑competitive continuation for Years 2‑3. Applicants must be qualified entities (registered in SAM/UEI, fiscally sound) and submit an electronic application via IDPH’s EGrAMS portal by 5:00 PM CST on 11/30/2026. No cost‑sharing is required; indirect costs are prohibited (10 % cap on administrative costs). Recipients must submit quarterly performance and financial reports and disseminate results to stakeholders.
• Target populations: children and pregnant women in Illinois, especially in dental HPSAs or rural areas.
• Eligible entities: for‑profit, non‑profit, governmental, universities, school districts, etc.
• Funding: $315,000 total, $20k‑$27k per award, 3‑year term.
• Application: electronic via https://idphgrants.com; must have active SAM account and UEI.
• Reporting: quarterly progress, performance metrics, and fiscal certification.