NOTE: This is a Forecasted Opportunity.
The purpose of the Nursing Workforce Diversity program is to strengthen and expand the comprehensive use of evidence-based strategies shown to increase nursing education opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, including racial and ethnic minorities underrepresented among registered nurses in schools of nursing.
Estimated Post Date:
Sep 30, 2024
Estimated Application Due Date:
Dec 30, 2024
Eligible applicants include accredited schools of nursing, nursing centers, academic health centers, state, or local governments, and other private or public non-profit entities determined appropriate by the Secretary. Eligible faith-based organizations, community-based organizations, and tribes and tribal organizations can apply for these funds if otherwise eligible.
HRSA estimates approximately $16,100,000 to be available annually to fund up to 29 recipients. You may apply for a ceiling amount of up to $555,000 (includes both direct and indirect facility) per year. The period of performance is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2025 (4 years). Funding beyond the first year is subject to the availability of appropriated funds for the NWD program in subsequent fiscal years, satisfactory recipient performance, and a decision that continued funding is in the best interest of the Federal Government.