Family-to-Family Health Information Centers (F2F HIC)
Forecast
Health Resources and Services Administration plans to offer grants of up to $96,750 (at least $96,750) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. It expects to make about 59 awards worth $5.7 million in total. It is a forecast: the notice is expected around October 20, 2026, with applications due around December 19, 2026.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed July 31, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceiling$96,750
- Award floor$96,750
- Expected awards59
- Total funding$5.7 million
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeGrant
Key dates
| Forecast posted | July 31, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Expected posting | October 20, 2026 |
| Expected deadline | December 19, 2026 |
| Expected award date | May 3, 2027 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses.
- 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
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Eligible applicants include any domestic public or private entity. Domestic faith-based and community-based organizations, tribes, and tribal organizations are eligible to apply. Eligibility for this funding opportunity is limited to applicants within the 50 states, the District of Columbia, the five U.S. Territories (American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands and the U.S. Virgin Islands) and entities that will serve American Indian and/or Alaska Native tribes.
Is this a realistic fit?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
The purpose of this program is to provide information, education, technical assistance, and peer support to families of children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) and the professionals who serve them so that CYSHCN and their families can better navigate complex systems to receive needed services and improve their health and well-being.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov. 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 MCHB/DSCSHN - F2F HIC, CYSHCN@hrsa.gov, 301-443-5692.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for Family-to-Family Health Information Centers (F2F HIC)?
Health Resources and Services Administration accepts applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses and businesses. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for Family-to-Family Health Information Centers (F2F HIC)?
Expected deadline December 19, 2026. Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $96,750 each. About $5.7 million in total across about 59 awards.
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