No Wrong Door System Modernization: Connecting People to Services
Forecast
Administration for Community Living plans to offer grants of up to $450,000 (at least $450,000) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. It expects to make about 10 awards worth $4.5 million in total. It is a forecast: the notice is expected around January 17, 2027, with applications due around March 18, 2027.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed October 19, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceiling$450,000
- Award floor$450,000
- Expected awards10
- Total funding$4.5 million
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeCooperative Agreement
Key dates
| Forecast posted | October 19, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Expected posting | January 17, 2027 |
| Expected deadline | March 18, 2027 |
| Expected award date | August 1, 2027 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes.
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- 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
- Private institutions of higher education
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?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
The purpose of this funding is to support states and territories in advancing and modernizing their No Wrong Door (NWD) systems through innovative approaches that improve access to services and supports that enable community living. This anticipated opportunity supports ACL's strategic priority to connect people to services by strengthening statewide systems that allow older adults, people with disabilities, family caregivers, and others to easily identify, access, and navigate the services and supports that best meet their needs. No Wrong Door systems play a critical role in providing person-centered access to information, counseling, eligibility support, and coordinated connections to public and private services. As the demand for services supports continues to grow, states have opportunities to strengthen these systems through innovation, strategic partnerships, and emerging technologies including artifical intelligence that improve access, coordination, and the consumer experience while maintaining person-centered practices. A key objective of this anticipated funding opportunity is to build evidence regarding effective approaches for improving access to services.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov and the agency's announcement. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
- Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
- Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.
Questions go to Kasey Knopp, kasey.knopp@acl.hhs.gov, 202-795-7630.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for No Wrong Door System Modernization: Connecting People to Services?
Administration for Community Living accepts applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for No Wrong Door System Modernization: Connecting People to Services?
Expected deadline March 18, 2027. Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $450,000 each. About $4.5 million in total across about 10 awards.
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