Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part C Capacity Development Program

The Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part C Capacity Development Program is a discretionary grant initiative managed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). This program aims to address healthcare disparities and support the enhancement of HIV primary care services, particularly for low-income individuals living with HIV. With a strong focus on organizational capacity, this funding opportunity is designed to empower health-related entities to improve infrastructure and implement innovative strategies to strengthen HIV care delivery systems. The core purpose of this program is to support the short-term development and expansion of capacity within organizations that serve people with HIV. Activities funded under this program must be achievable within a one-year performance period and fall into one of two major categories: HIV Care Innovation or Infrastructure Development. These categories are geared towards either implementing new care models and approaches or reinforcing the organizational backbone that enables effective service delivery, such as information technology systems, clinical space enhancements, or workforce training. The total estimated program funding for this opportunity is $9,000,000, with approximately 60 awards expected. Each applicant may request up to $150,000. Notably, there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement associated with this grant, making it accessible to a wider range of eligible organizations. All funding must be used strictly within the one-year period and aligned with the stated project categories. The program is highly structured to deliver measurable improvements in HIV service delivery, access, and outcomes during the funding term. Eligibility for the HRSA-26-061 opportunity is broad and inclusive. It encompasses public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments and organizations (both federally and non-federally recognized), nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), city and township governments, county and state governments, private institutions of higher education, and special district governments. Foreign entities are explicitly excluded. This inclusive approach ensures a diverse pool of applicants capable of addressing HIV care disparities across the United States. Applicants must submit their applications electronically via the designated platform no later than May 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Although this opportunity is currently in the forecasted stage, the estimated post date is March 2, 2026. Interested organizations should prepare for a rapid turnaround between the posting and submission deadline. Awards are expected to be announced by September 1, 2026, which is also the proposed start date for the funded projects. There are no preliminary application requirements such as letters of intent or concept papers. For technical assistance or questions regarding the opportunity, applicants are directed to contact Brian Fitzsimmons via phone at 301-945-9820 or email at AskPartCCapacity@hrsa.gov. This centralized contact ensures consistent communication and support during the application preparation phase. While no recurring pattern is explicitly stated, this program aligns with other HRSA-administered Ryan White initiatives, which often recur on an annual basis. Therefore, organizations may wish to monitor future forecast notices to plan for sustained engagement in capacity development for HIV care.