Idaho Rural Behavioral Health and Pediatric Psychiatry Access Programs (FFY26)

Summary

Idaho DHW is soliciting applications for FFY26 competitive subgrant programs in rural behavioral health and pediatric psychiatry. Available opportunities include: (1) Behavioral Health Prevention subgrants for up to 4 rural entities to provide youth behavioral health prevention programs ($400,000 total); (2) School-based Behavioral Health Hubs, awarding up to 15 school districts/partners to place behavioral health professionals in schools ($6,000,000 total); and (3) a lead agency for the Idaho Pediatric Psychiatry Access Line (PPAL), focused on university partnerships ($1,200,000). No awards have been made as of the posting date. Total available: $7.6 million.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include rural healthcare facilities, school districts, community organizations, behavioral health providers, and universities. For the School-based Behavioral Health Hubs, up to 15 school districts or community partners may be selected; for Behavioral Health Prevention subgrants, up to 4 rural providers or organizations are eligible.

Requirements Checklist

• Applicants must meet eligibility as specified in the solicitation, submit proposed work plans and budgets, and comply with reporting and accountability requirements such as regular financial status and performance reports. Additional criteria may include demonstration of organizational capability and prior experience with behavioral health programs.

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