HealthHIV / DC Department of Health (HAHSTA)

Microgrant for DC-Based Health and Behavioral Health Nonprofits

$20k

Amount

Cash

Nov 6, 2026

Deadline

2 weeks left

District of Columbia

Geography

Local

Grant

Type

Non Profit

Medicine & Clinical Services
Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
Criminal Justice Reform
Maternal & Child Health
Human Services & Social Welfare

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About this grant

Provides microgrants to DC-based community organizations to strengthen coordinated care for people experiencing substance use and related health needs. One award supports an obstetric clinic serving pregnant patients with substance use diagnoses, and the second supports a behavioral health organization working at the intersection of substance use disorder, mental health, and criminal justice involvement. Awardees will integrate DC Health referral networks and overdose prevention services into their workflows.

What you get

$20,000 grant award per organization
Technical assistance from DC Engage
Access to DC Health Maternal Health Community Health Worker and Street Medicine Team referral network
Participation in peer learning sessions
Opportunity to participate in Annual DC Engage Drug User Health Conference and end-of-year grantee showcase

How to apply

Online application form (Google Forms)
Description of proposed activities and referral/warm-handoff process
At least three SMART measurable objectives
Description of organizational capacity and relevant experience
Identification of qualified staff or volunteers
Description of expected community impact
Sustainability plan outlining how project outcomes will continue after grant period

Eligibility

Must be located in Washington, DC or provide direct services to Washington, DC residents
Priority given to organizations serving residents in Wards 5, 6, 7, and 8
Must provide services to people who use drugs
Microgrant 1: Must be an OB/GYN, maternal-fetal medicine, maternal health provider, FQHC, or community-based maternal health program serving pregnant/postpartum individuals with OUD or SUD
Microgrant 2: Must be a behavioral health provider or CBO serving adults with co-occurring disorders and criminal justice involvement
Must demonstrate capacity to manage grant funds responsibly
Must submit IRS W-9 form and most recent financial audit if receiving more than $750,000 in federal funds annually

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Microgrant for DC-Based Health and Behavioral Health Nonprofits

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