Integrating Oral Health and Primary Care in People with HIV using a Learning Collaborative

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), is forecasting a funding opportunity titled Integrating Oral Health and Primary Care in People with HIV using a Learning Collaborative (Opportunity Number: HRSA-25-103). This grant aims to enhance healthcare services for individuals with HIV by fostering integration between oral health and primary care. The initiative is designed to support a single entity in establishing a 24-month virtual Learning Collaborative (LC) that disseminates best practices in community-based HIV dental education, integrates oral health with HIV primary care, and cultivates future dental leadership in HIV care.

The total anticipated funding for this opportunity is $600,000. HRSA does not require cost-sharing or matching contributions for this grant. While the estimated award ceiling and floor are not specified, the grant will support only one awardee. The Learning Collaborative will focus on improving patient health outcomes through innovative and promising approaches in oral health and HIV care. The selected entity will be responsible for implementing a virtual learning network that will engage key stakeholders, disseminate evidence-based practices, and drive systemic improvements in HIV-related oral healthcare.

Eligible applicants include public and nonprofit private entities such as institutions of higher education and academic health science centers that address HIV-related issues on a national scale. Native American tribal governments and tribal organizations are also eligible, as well as community-based organizations. This eligibility criterion ensures that entities with significant expertise in HIV-related healthcare are considered for funding.

The estimated timeline for this opportunity includes an expected posting date of April 18, 2025, with applications due by June 18, 2025. The anticipated project start date is September 30, 2025. While the estimated award date is not provided, the funding follows a fiscal year 2025 allocation. Applicants should note that this is currently a forecasted opportunity, and the details may be subject to change upon final announcement.

Interested applicants should contact Dana Hines at HRSA for further details. She can be reached at 301-443-0000 or via email at dhines@hrsa.gov. Additional information will be available upon the official grant posting.