The District of Columbia, Department of Health (DC Health) is requesting proposals from qualified applicants for its Youth Engagement in Tobacco Control Initiatives.
Donor Name: District of Columbia Department of Health (DC Health)
State: District of Columbia
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 08/10/2022
Size of the Grant: $300,000
Grant Duration: 12 months
Details:
The purpose of this funding is to demonstrate improved health outcomes among youth and young adults in the District of Columbia through engagement, education, communication and messaging, and advocacy. DC Health aims to identify a qualified organization that will support and implement programs and policies to reduce tobacco product use and dependence among youth and young adults, prioritizing the health of all children and the community overall by engaging with organizations, health care systems, and networks.
DC Health seeks proposals to lead a comprehensive, Districtwide initiative that encourages and supports youth and young adults to make behavior choices consistent with tobacco-free norms. This funding opportunity will support the implementation of policy, systems, and environmental change strategies and activities that allow all DC residents to live a healthy, tobacco-free life. The evidence-informed effort will elevate the youth voice and engage youth and young adults as essential partners to change the social norms of tobacco use and reduce initiation of and dependence on tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and other emerging tobacco products.
Funding Information
The total funding amount of $300,000 is anticipated for one (1) award to implement sustainable youth-based initiatives for the first budget period.
Period of Performance
The first budget period of this award is anticipated to begin on October 1, 2022 and continue through September 30, 2023. After the first budget period, there will be up to two (2) additional 12-month budget periods for a total project period of October 1, 2022–September 30, 2025.
Target Population
Grantees shall provide services to middle and high school aged youth (12-18 years of age) and young adults (18-24 years of age) in the District of Columbia, including those at higher risk of tobacco use (e.g., youth and young adults identifying as LGBTQ, youth with mental and/or behavioral health challenges).
Location of Services
Grantees must be licensed to work within the District of Columbia. Services must be delivered in the following settings: community settings in the District of Columbia, which could include but are not limited to faith-based communities; service and social organizations; schools, health clinics, and healthcare systems serving residents of DC. Organizations should demonstrate a track record of successfully working with youth and/or young adults
Eligible Organizations/Entities
The following are eligible organizations/entities who can apply for grant funds under this RFA:
- Community-based or national nonprofit or for-profit organizations
- Local, public, private, or charter school systems
- Institutions of higher education
- Research centers
- Healthcare organizations
Considered for funding shall be organizations meeting the above eligibility criteria and having documentation of providing services (health and social services) to the target populations. Priority will be given to those organizations with a demonstrated track record of successfully working with the priority populations.
For more information, visit DC Health.
