No Wrong Door System Modernization: Connecting People to Services

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is forecasting a cooperative‑agreement grant program titled “No Wrong Door System Modernization: Connecting People to Services.” The purpose is to fund state, territorial, tribal, and nonprofit entities to modernize their No Wrong Door (NWD) systems – integrated platforms that help older adults, people with disabilities, caregivers, and other constituents locate, access, and navigate health‑ and social‑service resources. Funding will support innovative approaches, strategic partnerships, and emerging technologies (including artificial intelligence) to improve person‑centered access, eligibility support, and coordinated service delivery. Up to ten awards of $450,000 each are anticipated, for a total estimated funding pool of $4.5 million. Applications are expected to be submitted by March 18 2027, with awards projected for August 1 2027 and project start dates the same day. Eligible applicants include state governments, tribal organizations, public higher‑education institutions, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits, among others. The grant is a cooperative agreement, meaning the federal government will retain substantial involvement. • Funding objective: modernize state/territorial NWD systems with innovative tech and partnership models. • Award size: $450,000 per award (up to 10 awards). • Eligible entities: states, territories, tribal governments, public/private higher‑education institutions, and qualified nonprofits. • Application deadline: March 18 2027; award decision expected August 1 2027. • Project start: August 1 2027; project length not defined. • Funding instrument: Cooperative Agreement (requires ongoing federal collaboration). • Primary contact: Kasey Knopp (Agency Contact, ACL).