Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health: eligibility, deadline, and how to apply (2026)
Key Facts
- Agency
- Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health
- Award Range
- $500,000 to $1,000,000
- Deadline
- Closed 2026-07-15
- Time Remaining
- This cycle closed on 2026-07-15. Check grants.gov for the next cycle.
- CFDA Number
- 93.137
The Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health is a federal funding opportunity administered by the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health. This guide covers everything you need to know to determine whether you qualify and how to submit a competitive application once the next cycle opens.
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Eligibility requirements
To qualify for the Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Details from the notice: Any public or private nonprofit entity located in a State (which includes one of the 50 United States, District of Columbia, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, Republic of Palau, Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands) is eligible to apply for an award under this announcement. Applicant types on grants.gov (partial list): Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; State governments; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); County governments.
Eligibility requirements can change between funding cycles. Always verify the current criteria on the official Grants.gov listing before beginning your application.
Running a for-profit business? None of the 11 applicant types grants.gov lists for this program is a business type (the full list is in the FAQ below). Save the application hours: see the grants and funding programs businesses can apply for →
Health programs that do list businesses as eligible: Kidney Precision Medicine Project Central Hub (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed); Kidney Precision Medicine Project Tissue Interrogation Sites (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed); Accelerating Product Excellence in Innovation and for Clinical Adoption (APEx) (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed).
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How to apply: step by step
- Register on SAM.gov. Every federal grant applicant needs an active SAM (System for Award Management) registration. Allow 2-4 weeks for new registrations to process. Existing registrations must be renewed annually.
- Get a UEI number. Your Unique Entity Identifier is assigned through SAM.gov and replaces the old DUNS number. You will need this on every federal application.
- Review the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Download the full NOFO from the Grants.gov listing. Pay close attention to review criteria, budget limits, and required attachments.
- Prepare your application package. Most federal grants require a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capacity statement, and supporting documents. Follow the page limits and formatting rules exactly.
- Submit through Grants.gov. Create a workspace, upload all required forms and attachments, and submit once the next cycle opens. The system timestamps your submission, and late applications are automatically rejected.
- Confirm receipt. Keep the tracking number or confirmation email, and check back in 1-2 business days that your application passed the validation checks.
For detailed guidance on writing a winning narrative, see our grant writing tips article.
Grant details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Grant Name | Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health |
| Funding Agency | Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health |
| CFDA Number | 93.137 |
| Award Minimum | $500,000 |
| Award Maximum | $1,000,000 |
| Deadline | Closed 2026-07-15 |
| Category | Health |
| Matching Required | No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program |
| Application Link | Apply on Grants.gov |
Federal grant budgets and priorities shift each fiscal year. The amounts listed above reflect the most recent funding cycle. For the latest figures, check the official program page.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health?
Details from the notice: Any public or private nonprofit entity located in a State (which includes one of the 50 United States, District of Columbia, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, Republic of Palau, Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands) is eligible to apply for an award under this announcement. Applicant types on grants.gov (partial list): Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; State governments; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); County governments. Requirements can change between cycles, so always verify on the official Grants.gov listing before applying.
Can a for-profit business apply for the Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health?
No. grants.gov lists these applicant types for this program, and for-profit businesses are not among them: Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; State governments; Special district governments; County governments; City or township governments; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Independent school districts.
What is the deadline for Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health?
The current deadline is closed on 2026-07-15; the next cycle has not been posted. Many federal grants operate on annual or rolling cycles. If this deadline has passed, check the Grants.gov listing for the next funding opportunity.
Does Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health require matching funds?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program. Matching requirements can vary by fiscal year and applicant type, so confirm with the funding agency before committing resources.