HHS-2026-ACL-AOA-OMRC-0128: National Ombudsman Resource Center
Closed
This grant is closed. A newer notice from the same program is forecast: National Center for Law and Elder Rights (HHS-2027-ACL-AOA-LMRC-0019). Status: Expected deadline March 5, 2027. It is in our archive of Administration for Community Living notices from 2026.
Administration for Community Living offered grants of up to $516,407 (at least $516,407) to any type of organization. It expected to make one award worth $516,407 in total. Applications closed on July 29, 2026.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed June 29, 2026. Checked November 7, 2026.
- Award ceiling$516,407
- Award floor$516,407
- Total funding$516,407
- Expected awards1
- Cost sharingRequired
- Funding typeCooperative Agreement
Other notices with this title
| Notice | Posted | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| HHS-2021-ACL-AOA-OMRC-0044 | February 23, 2021 | Closed April 26, 2021 | Closed |
Key dates
| Posted | June 29, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | July 29, 2026 |
| Archived by Grants.gov | October 31, 2026 |
Who can apply
This opportunity was open to any type of organization.
- Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"
Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement.
Is this a realistic fit?
- Past Special Programs for the Aging, Title IV, and Title II, Discretionary Projects awards averaged $1.3 million; this notice allows up to $516,407 per award.
- Most of the program's money (70% over five years) went to nonprofits.
- The notice requires cost sharing or matching funds, so you must contribute part of the project cost.
What the grant funds
ACL plans to compete a new cooperative agreement for one (1) award to operate the National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center (NORC). The purpose of NORC is to provide support, technical assistance, and training to the 53 State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs and their statewide networks to enhance the skills, knowledge, and management capacity of the State Ombudsman programs. As a result of this grant, ACL expects state Ombudsman will improve their skills and ability to effectively advocate for residents in long-term care facilities.
Who has won Special Programs for the Aging, Title IV, and Title II, Discretionary Projects grants before
From fiscal 2021 to 2025, Special Programs for the Aging, Title IV, and Title II, Discretionary Projects (93.048) awarded $502 million across 382 grant awards, an average of $1.3 million per award.
| Recipient | State | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Usaging | District of Columbia | 8 | $105 million |
| National Council on the Aging, Inc. | Virginia | 7 | $71.8 million |
| The Jewish Federations of North America, Inc. | New York | 2 | $36.1 million |
| Oasis Institute | Missouri | 3 | $23.9 million |
| Generations United Inc | District of Columbia | 1 | $9.9 million |
Applying now
This notice no longer takes applications. Apply under the newer notice, HHS-2027-ACL-AOA-LMRC-0019, which is forecast.
The notice on Grants.gov keeps its full text and attachments, which is useful for planning a resubmission.
Questions people ask
Is HHS-2026-ACL-AOA-OMRC-0128 still open?
No. It closed on July 29, 2026. A newer notice is forecast: HHS-2027-ACL-AOA-LMRC-0019, expected deadline March 5, 2027.
Who can apply for National Ombudsman Resource Center?
Administration for Community Living accepted applications from any type of organization. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for National Ombudsman Resource Center?
Closed July 29, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $516,407 each. About $516,407 in total for one award.
Who has won Special Programs for the Aging, Title IV, and Title II, Discretionary Projects grants before?
The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Usaging, National Council on the Aging, Inc., The Jewish Federations of North America, Inc. The program made 382 awards worth $502 million in that time.
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