Applications are reviewed by Federal and nonfederal experts in rural health care services development, coordination, and delivery. Applications are evaluated for merit and are recommended for approval or disapproval. Final decisions are made by the Director, Office of Rural Health Policy. Contact Headquarters Office listed below for deadline dates. Grantees may request funding beyond an initial project period by submitting a competing continuation application during a regular competing application cycle.
All competitive cycles are contingent upon availability of funds for such purposes.
In general, these projects tend to address problems and issues unique to their particular State, therefore, projects cover a broad range of activities. It is estimated that there will be 50 continuation awards made in fiscal year 2000. It is estimated that 50 continuation grants will be awarded in fiscal year 2001. Public Law 101-597. Program guidelines may be obtained by contacting the Headquarters Office.