The Ohio Department of Health (ODH), Bureau of HIV, STIs, and Viral Hepatitis, has announced the availability of grant funds to support the Early Intervention Services Program for the period of April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026. This initiative aims to provide comprehensive early intervention services to individuals diagnosed with HIV, focusing on linking them to medical care, supporting medication adherence, and reducing transmission rates. ​

The funding scope encompasses a range of services, including counseling, testing, referral services, and linkage to care for individuals who are newly diagnosed or those who have fallen out of care. Acceptable spending under this grant includes personnel costs, supplies, and other expenses directly related to the provision of early intervention services. ​

Eligible applicants for this grant are organizations that have demonstrated experience in providing HIV-related services. This includes community-based organizations, health departments, hospitals, and clinics that meet the specified criteria outlined in the solicitation. ​

Submission requirements mandate that all electronic applications and attachments be submitted via the on-line Grants Management Information System (GMIS) by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Applicants must ensure they have completed all necessary components as outlined in the solicitation to be considered for funding. ​
The application process includes specific questions designed to assess the applicant's capacity to deliver the proposed services, their experience in managing similar programs, and their strategies for reaching the target population. Evaluation criteria will focus on the applicant's ability to effectively implement the program, their organizational capacity, and the potential impact of their proposed services.