Native Hawaiian Health Care Improvement Act Program

This Funding Opportunity Notice (NOFO) invites applications for the Native Hawaiian Health Care Improvement Act (NHHCIA) program, providing grants to improve health outcomes for Native Hawaiians. One award is reserved for Papa Ola Lokahi (POL) for administrative costs, and five awards are available to qualified Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems (NHHCS) certified by POL. Funding covers fiscal years 2027‑2031 and supports comprehensive health promotion, disease prevention, and primary health services tailored to island communities. Applicants must be either POL (administrative award) or a certified NHHCS (service awards). The total anticipated funding is $27 million, with individual awards ranging from $2.53 million to $10 million. • 6 total awards (1 administrative, 5 service) • Total estimated funding: $27 M; award ceiling $10 M, floor $2.53 M per award • Eligible applicants: Papa Ola Lokahi or certified Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems • Application deadline: 12:00 a.m. ET, 04/12/2027 • Estimated award date: 08/01/2027; project start: 08/01/2027 • Program period: FY 2027‑2031 (approximately 5 years) • Funding purpose: health promotion, disease prevention, primary health services for Native Hawaiian communities