The South Dakota Department of Health has announced a funding opportunity, the Health Improvement Innovation Request for Applications.
This opportunity is intended to support strategies that have a deliberate focus on health improvement and include activities to address barriers or unintended outcomes underserved populations may face. These efforts will support one of the guiding principles of the South Dakota Department of Health to “achieve health equity in all communities, while working towards the mission of working together to promote, protect, and improve health”.
Successful applicants can be awarded up to $25,000. Applications must be submitted by June 30, 2023. All funds must be expended by May 31, 2024.
Potential applicants for this Request For Application include, but are not limited to, local governmental and non-profit community-based organizations, coalitions, youth groups, schools, post-secondary institutions, civic associations, service clubs, healthcare organizations, faith-based organizations, parent groups, neighborhood associations, and worksites.
For more information, visit the South Dakota Department of Health Web site; search for ‘Health Improvement Innovation Request for Applications’ on this page for details, including the application guidance and form.
Questions? Email Kayla Townsend, Health Improvement Coordinator, or contact by phone at 605-721-4584.