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Funding News and Grant Tips
Texas HHSC Looks to Privatize One State Mental Health Hospital
In order to comply with the requirements of the 82nd Texas Legislature, General Appropriations Act, Article II, Section 63 Rider 63), Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) intends to competitively solicit proposals from private entities interested in contracting with the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) for the operation of one of the state hospitals on behalf of DSHS.
Although private entities may select more than one Hospital for which to submit separate proposals, HHSC intends for this procurement process to result in a contract to operate only one state hospital. Hospitals identified by DSHS as suitable for privatization include Austin State Hospital, Big Spring State Hospital, El Paso Psychiatric Center, Kerrville State Hospital, Rusk State Hospital, and Terrell State Hospital. Vendors may, however, propose privatization of any state hospital within the DSHS state hospital system.
The purpose of this RFP is to obtain proposals that will meet the stated objectives of HHSC, the Legislative Budget Board (LBB) and Governor’s office in providing quality psychiatric care in an efficient, effective manner. It is the intent of the Legislature that the approved contract generates at least a 10 percent savings annually compared to fiscal year 2011 levels for a minimum of four years.
For more information see the listing below or go to http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/bid_show.cfm?bidid=99828
From Electronic State Business Daily Web site, accessed 4/20/12
Foundations of HIV Counseling and Testing (FCT)
The next Foundations of HIV Counseling and Testing (FCT) class will be in Austin on June 20-22. This three day course will be the new required standard for new DSHS HIV Prevention counseling/testing staff and all testing and linkage supervisors. There are 2 on-line courses that are pre-requisites for this class, Prevention Groundwork and a new online course, the Foundations Pre-course.
Registration for the June 20-22 course will be available in TRAIN on May 1, 2012. Go to the DSHS Training Calendar Web site at http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/hivstd/training/schedule.shtm for registration information.
To learn more about the course, contact Mary Chapman McIntosh, at (512) 533-3017 or e-mail: mary.mcintosh@dshs.state.tx.us.
From DSHS HIV/STD Program HIV-STD Insider e-mail, 4/17/12
Public Funding Opportunities
Advanced Nursing Education Program: HRSA-12-061
SOURCE: Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5/18/12.
$ AVAILABLE: $9 million for 24 awards.
ELIGIBILITY: Eligible applicants are collegiate schools of nursing, nursing centers, academic health centers, state or local governments, and other public or private nonprofit entities accredited by a national nurse education accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education.
PURPOSE: This announcement solicits applications for the Advanced Nursing Education (ANE) program from eligible entities that provide advanced nursing education specialty programs that educate registered nurses to become nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives, nurse educators, nurse administrators, public health nurses and other advanced nurse specialists.
CFDA: 93.247
CONTACT: Nancy Douglas-Kersellius, (301) 443-5688, e-mail: ndouglas@hrsa.gov. For more information see https://grants.hrsa.gov/webExternal/FundingOppDetails.asp?FundingCycleId=ED37ACD3-26AD-4B1F-B73B-1E702C4BD8D2&ViewMode=EU&GoBack=&PrintMode=&OnlineAvailabilityFlag=&pageNumber=&version=&NC=&Popup=
From HRSA Web site, accessed 4/23/12
Subject(s) nursing, health professions training
Children's Environmental Health and Disease Prevention Research Centers (P01): RFA-ES-12-001
SOURCE: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), National Center for Environmental Research (NCER)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Letter of Intent: 6/17/12. Application: 7/17/12.
$ AVAILABLE: NIEHS and EPA intend to fund an estimate of seven awards, corresponding to a total of approximately $12 million per year combined from both agencies, including direct and Facilities and Administrative (F&A) costs, annually for five years beginning in fiscal year 2013. Future year amounts will depend on annual appropriations.
ELIGIBILITY: Public/state/private controlled institutions of higher education, nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) IRS status (other than institutions of higher education), small businesses, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), state governments, U.S. territories or possessions, Indian/Native American tribal government (federally recognized and other than federally recognized), Indian/Native American tribally designated organizations, non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities, Hispanic-serving institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska native and native Hawaiian serving institutions, regional organizations, eligible agencies of the federal government, and faith-based or community-based organizations.
PURPOSE: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) issued by NIEHS and EPA encourages grant applications to support a transdisciplinary program of basic and applied research to examine the effects of environmental factors on children’s health and well-being. Research conducted through the Centers should include substantive areas of science in children’s health while incorporating innovative technologies and approaches and links to the environment. The revised program encourages strong links between disciplines in the basic, applied, clinical and public health sciences to prevent disease and promote health in all children.
CFDA: 93.113, 66.509
CONTACT: Please see URL for multiple contacts. For more information see http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-ES-12-001.html
From NIH Web site, accessed 4/20/12
Subject(s) children's health, environmental health
Clinical Trials Units for NIAID Networks (UM1): RFA-AI-122-018
SOURCE: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Letter of Intent: 12/29/12. Application: 1/29/13.
$ AVAILABLE: NIAID intends to commit up to an estimated total cost of $70 million in FY 2014.
ELIGIBILITY: Public/state/private controlled institutions of higher education, nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) IRS status (other than institutions of higher education), small businesses, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), state governments, U.S. territories or possessions, Indian/Native American tribal government (federally recognized and other than federally recognized), Indian/Native American tribally designated organizations, non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities, Hispanic-serving institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska native and native Hawaiian serving institutions, regional organizations, eligible agencies of the federal government, and faith-based or community-based organizations.
PURPOSE: The purpose of this announcement is to solicit applications for Clinical Trials Units (CTUs) for NIAID clinical research networks focused on the following six research areas: 1) Adult HIV therapeutic strategies, including HIV cure, noninfectious comorbidities, and the infectious comorbidities of hepatitis and tuberculosis; 2) strategies to address HIV and 1HIV-associated infections in pediatric and maternal populations; 3) integrated HIV prevention strategies; 4) microbicide strategies to prevent HIV infections; 5) vaccines to prevent HIV infections; and 6) strategies to address antibacterial resistance.
CFDA: 93.855, 93.856
CONTACT: Please see URL for multiple contacts. For more information see http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-AI-12-018.html
From NIH Web site, accessed 4/20/12
Subject(s) medical research, HIV/AIDS research, children's health, women's health
Community Programs
SOURCE: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please see URL for deadline information.
$ AVAILABLE: The amount of grant assistance for project costs depends upon the median household income and the population in the community where the project is located and the availability of grant funds. In most instances, projects which receive grant assistance have a high priority and are highly leveraged with other loan and grant awards. Grant assistance may be available for up to 75 percent of project costs. Grant funding limitations are based on population and income, economic feasibility, and availability of funds.
ELIGIBILITY: Grants are available to public entities such as municipalities, counties, and special-purpose districts, as well as nonprofit corporations and tribal governments.
PURPOSE: Community Programs provides grants to assist in the development of essential community facilities in rural areas and towns of up to 20,000 in population. Grants are authorized on a graduated scale. Applicants located in small communities with low populations and low incomes will receive a higher percentage of grants.
Grant funds may be used to assist in the development of essential community facilities. Grant funds can be used to construct, enlarge, or improve community facilities for health care, public safety, and community and public services. This can include the purchase of equipment required for a facility's operation. A grant may be made in combination with other CF financial assistance such as a direct or guaranteed loan, applicant contributions, or loans and grants from other sources.
CFDA: None listed
CONTACT: Please see URL for contact information. For more information see http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/rhs/cf/brief_cp_grant.htm
From USDA e-mail, 4/18/12
Subject(s) housing/homeless, rural health, healthcare facilities
Exploratory Centers of Excellence in ELSI Research (CEER) (P20): RFA-HG-12-012
SOURCE: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Letter of Intent: 6/19/12. Application: 7/19/12.
$ AVAILABLE: NHGRI intends to commit $ 650,000 in FY 2013 to fund up to two P20 grants.
ELIGIBILITY: Public/state/private controlled institutions of higher education, nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) IRS status (other than institutions of higher education), small businesses, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), state governments, U.S. territories or possessions, Indian/Native American tribal government (federally recognized and other than federally recognized), Indian/Native American tribally designated organizations, non-domestic non-U.S.) entities, Hispanic-serving institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska native and native Hawaiian serving institutions, regional organizations, eligible agencies of the federal government, and faith-based or community-based organizations.
PURPOSE: The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is soliciting grant applications for the support of Exploratory Centers (P20) of Excellence in Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research (CEERs). Exploratory Centers will support expanding or modifying existing resources at an institution for the purpose of developing a Specialized Center (P50) CEER application. The CEER program is designed to develop and support trans-disciplinary research teams that have the expertise and flexibility to anticipate, conduct research on, and respond quickly to a range of ELSI issues related to the rapidly increasing availability and use of genomic approaches and information.
CFDA: 93.172
CONTACT: Please see URL for multiple contacts. For more information see http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HG-12-012.html
From NIH Web site, accessed 4/20/12
Subject(s) medical research
Primary Care Training and Enhancement Physician Assistant Training in Primary Care Program: HRSA-12-024
SOURCE: Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5/8/12.
$ AVAILABLE: $2.5 million for five awards.
ELIGIBILITY: Eligible entities include accredited public or nonprofit private hospitals, schools of allopathic or osteopathic medicine, academically affiliated PA training programs, or a public or nonprofit private entity that the secretary has determined is capable of carrying out such grants. A public entity is a governmental body, such as a state or local government.
PURPOSE: This announcement solicits applications for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2012 Primary Care Training and Enhancement (PCTE) Physician Assistant Training in Primary Care Program. The purpose of the PCTE programs is to develop and enrich the education of future primary care clinicians, teachers, and researchers. The Physician Assistant Training in Primary Care Program supports primary care curriculum and infrastructure development for physician assistant students and teachers.
CFDA: 93.884
CONTACT: Sherrillyn Crooks, (301) 443-7662, e-mail: SCrooks@hrsa.gov. For more information see https://grants.hrsa.gov/webExternal/FundingOppDetails.asp?FundingCycleId=DE706E55-A407-4ADD-87FD-AB9D8CEC71CA&ViewMode=EU&GoBack=&PrintMode=&OnlineAvailabilityFlag=&pageNumber=&version=&NC=&Popup=
From HRSA Web site, accessed 4/23/12
Subject(s) health professions training
Privatization of One of the State Mental Health Hospitals: 53700-3-0000103730
SOURCE: Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 6/15/12.
$ AVAILABLE: Please see URL for funding information.
ELIGIBILITY: Please see URL for eligibility information.
PURPOSE: In order to comply with the requirements of the 82nd Texas Legislature, General Appropriations Act, Article II, Section 63 (Rider 63), HHSC intends to competitively solicit proposals from private entities interested in contracting with DSHS for the operation of one of the state hospitals on behalf of DSHS. The purpose of this RFP is to obtain proposals that will meet the stated objectives of HHSC, the Legislative Budget Board (LBB) and Governor’s office in providing quality psychiatric care in an efficient, effective manner. It is the intent of the Legislature that the approved contract generates at least a 10 percent savings annually compared to fiscal year 2011 levels for a minimum of four years.
CFDA: none
CONTACT: Elizabeth Ward, (512) 206-5416, e-mail: Elizabeth.Ward@hhsc.state.tx.us. For more information see http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/bid_show.cfm?bidid=99828
From Electronic State Business Daily Web site, accessed 4/20/12
Subject(s) health care facilities, mental health
Specialized Centers of Excellence in ELSI Research (CEER) (P50): RFA-HG-12-005
SOURCE: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Letter of Intent: 6/19/12. Application: 7/19/12.
$ AVAILABLE: NHGRI intends to commit $2.1 million in FY 2013 to fund two P50 grants.
ELIGIBILITY: Public/state/private controlled institutions of higher education, nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) IRS status (other than institutions of higher education), small businesses, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), state governments, U.S. territories or possessions, Indian/Native American tribal government (federally recognized and other than federally recognized), Indian/Native American tribally designated organizations, non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities, Hispanic-serving institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska native and native Hawaiian serving institutions, regional organizations, eligible agencies of the federal government, and faith-based or community-based organizations.
PURPOSE: The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is soliciting grant applications for the support of Specialized Centers (P50) of Excellence in Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research (CEERs). The CEER program is designed to develop and support trans-disciplinary research teams that have the expertise and flexibility to anticipate, conduct research on, and respond quickly to a range of ELSI issues related to the rapidly increasing availability and use of genomic approaches and information. CEERs are intended to provide an opportunity to cross disciplinary boundaries and create new research opportunities between and among investigators such as those in the basic genomic and social sciences, clinical and health policy research, ethics, law, the humanities, and various stakeholder communities.
CFDA: 93.172
CONTACT: Please see URL for multiple contacts. For more information see http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HG-12-005.html
From NIH Web site, accessed 4/20/12
Subject(s) medical research
USDA Farm to School Grants
SOURCE: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 6/15/12.
$ AVAILABLE: Planning grants are expected to range from $20,000 - $45,000 and represent approximately 25 percent of the total awards. Implementation grants are expected to range from $65,000 - $100,000 and represent approximately 75 percent of the total awards. The grants require at least a 25 percent funding match.
ELIGIBILITY: The PURPOSE section below contains the eligibility requirements.
PURPOSE: There will be two types of grants available.
1. Planning grants are intended primarily for K-12 school food authorities who participate in the National School Lunch or Breakfast Program that are in the beginning phases of their farm to school efforts.
2. Implementation grants are geared towards advancing existing farm to school initiatives. K-12 school food authorities who participate in the National School Lunch or Breakfast Program, along with state and local agencies, Indian tribal agricultural producers or groups of agricultural producers, and nonprofit entities working in partnership with school districts, may apply for implementation grants.
CFDA: None listed
CONTACT: Please see URL for contact information. For more information see http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/f2s/
From USDA e-mail, 4/17/12
Subject(s) nutrition/food services
Private Funding Opportunities
School Grants for Healthy Kids
SOURCE: Action for Healthy Kids
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5/5/12.
$ AVAILABLE: Award amounts will be based on building enrollment, project type, potential impact, and a school's ability to mobilize parents and students around school wellness initiatives.
ELIGIBILITY: Schools must participate in the National School Lunch Program and National School Breakfast Program; and must have a free/reduced priced meal eligibility greater than 50 percent to be eligible.
PURPOSE: Through partners such as Kellogg's and the Walmart Foundation, Action for Healthy Kids is pleased to release its School Grants for Healthy Kids opportunities for the 2012-2013 school year. Over 500 schools nationwide will be awarded funds that will range from $1,000 to $5,000 with significant in-kind contributions from Action for Healthy Kids in the form of people, programs, and school nutrition expertise. We'll also provide schools with management expertise and support to develop strong nutrition programs around school breakfast, competitive foods, summer meals, access to healthy food and nutrition education.
CONTACT: Action for Healthy Kids, (800) 416-5136. For more information see http://www.actionforhealthykids.org/upcoming-events/grant-opportunities/school-grants-for-healthy.html
From Action for Healthy Kids e-mail, 4/17/12
Subject(s) nutrition/food services, children's health
Events
Central Texas Funders Forum
SPONSOR: Grant Professional Association-Central Texas Chapter
WHEN: May 11, 8 am to 2:45 pm.
WHERE: St. David’s Episcopal Church, 8th & San Jacinto, (Austin, TX).
DESCRIPTION: Join grant and fundraising professionals for a dialog with philanthropic organizations, foundations and corporations to learn of individual and collaborative community improvement and impact. A moderator will lead panel discussion to include funder interests, examples of dynamic projects and the impact on the local community. Participating funders include: Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, St. David’s Foundation, Lola Wright Foundation, Austin Community Foundation, Humana Foundation, the City of Austin, Isla Carroll Turner Trust, Bank of America, IBM and the Michael & Alice Kuhn Foundation, with others to be announced shortly.
This event always sells out; no reservations can be taken at the door. Last day to register is May 4, or when venue is filled. Continental breakfast and luncheon included.
COST: $45 GPA members / $65 guests. Register at http://www.gpaaustin.org Funders Forum.
CONTACT: Chris Marcum, (512) 894-3204, e-mail: chris@pacrs.com.
From Grant Professional Association-Central Texas Chapter e-mail, 4/17/12
Organizational Management: Change Management Adapt or Die: Managing Change from the Inside Out
SPONSOR: Center for Nonprofit Support
WHEN: May 8, 9 am to noon.
WHERE: KLRN Building, 501 Broadway, (San Antonio, TX).
DESCRIPTION: The phrase “adapt or die” is common sense to just about everyone. Why is it then that when an organization is undertaking a major change that many staff seems bound and determined to choose the latter of the two? This workshop will unlock the neuroscience of change management.
COST: $60.
CONTACT: For additional information, contact the Center for Nonprofit Support at cns@saafdn.org or (210) 242-4751.
From Center for Nonprofit Support e-mail, 4/19/12
Nonprofit Outcomes Toolbox: Measure Outcomes to Manage More Effectively
SPONSOR: Center for Nonprofit Support
WHEN: May 1, 8:30 am to 3 pm.
WHERE: The Pearl Studio, 200 E. Grayson St., (San Antonio, TX).
DESCRIPTION: Donors and funders have been encouraging nonprofit managers to “measure outcomes,” and include “measurable goals” in grant proposals – and nonprofits have often struggled to develop ways to measure intangible impact and outcomes. In fact, measuring outcomes is a powerful tool for managing programs – not only for fundraising but also for managing expenses, hiring, and understanding the effectiveness of programs designed to benefit the community.
This class will offer in-depth discussion of definitions of outcomes and impact, offer tools to measure outcomes, and provide interactive exercises to apply outcomes measurement to maximum results.
COST: $60.
CONTACT: For additional information, contact the Center for Nonprofit Support at cns@saafdn.org or (210) 242-4751.
From Center for Nonprofit Support e-mail, 4/19/12
Principles Workshop
SPONSOR: Center for Nonprofit Support
WHEN: May 16, 9 to 10:30 am.
WHERE: KLRN Building, 501 Broadway, (San Antonio, TX).
DESCRIPTION: Please join us for a monthly morning session exploring the critical principles and practices for effective Nonprofit Governance. Some of the main objectives covered include:
* Essential legal compliance issues related to laws and regulations, code of ethics, conflicts of interest and protection of assets.
* Essential Board responsibilities that include fiscal and governance polices, key financial transactions, annual budget and reviewing and approving mission and strategic direction.
* Importance of Board independence and associated legal and compliance issues.
* Risks of “interlocking financial relationships” among Board members and how these risks impact the organization.
* Importance of segregation of duties and associated legal and compliance issues related to the separation of CEO, Board Chair and Board Treasurer.
* How to maintain complete, accurate, and current financial records and associated legal and compliance issues.
This is a year-long series to cover the 33 principles discussed in the Independent Sector’s Panel on the Nonprofit Sector’s “Principles of Good Governance and Ethical Practice.” Each session is designed as an interactive discussion with examples of policies and procedures for each of the principles.
COST: $60.
CONTACT: For additional information, contact the Center for Nonprofit Support at cns@saafdn.org or (210) 242-4751.
From Center for Nonprofit Support e-mail, 4/19/12
E-mail Marketing
SPONSOR: Center for Nonprofit Support
WHEN: May 16, 9 to 10:30 am.
WHERE: 110 Broadway, 2nd Floor, (San Antonio, TX).
DESCRIPTION: In this workshop, we’ll discuss the nuts and bolts of basic email marketing, practical solutions and outcome expectations for nonprofit orgs and small businesses.
COST: $30.
CONTACT: For additional information, contact the Center for Nonprofit Support at cns@saafdn.org or (210) 242-4751.
From Center for Nonprofit Support e-mail, 4/19/12
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