National Opioid Settlement Fund (OSF) Grant Program

The City of Fort Wayne National Opioid Settlement Fund (OSF) grant program is a locally administered funding initiative supported by national opioid settlement funds allocated through the State of Indiana. These funds originate from legal settlements with pharmaceutical companies and are governed by Exhibit E of the National Opioid Settlement Agreement, which outlines approved strategies for addressing opioid misuse. The City’s program is designed to distribute these resources to community-based organizations and service providers that can directly reduce opioid-related harm and improve public health outcomes among Fort Wayne residents. The primary purpose of this funding is to support evidence-based programs that address opioid use disorder and substance use disorder through prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction strategies. Funded activities may include school-based prevention education, medication-assisted treatment, recovery housing, naloxone distribution, outreach services, and supportive services such as transportation and case management. The program also emphasizes workforce development and system-level improvements, including provider training and capacity building. All proposed activities must align with Exhibit E and demonstrate measurable outcomes tied to reducing opioid-related harm. Funding is capped at up to 50000 dollars per application per cycle, with a maximum of 100000 dollars per organization annually. Exceptions may be granted in rare cases for transformational projects. Grant periods may be either six months or twelve months, with performance periods beginning October 1, 2026 and ending either March 31, 2027 or September 30, 2027 depending on the selected duration. Administrative costs are limited to 25 percent of the total request and must not exceed the organization’s documented overhead rate. Funds may not duplicate or replace existing federal, state, or local funding sources, and all expenses must directly relate to opioid-related services. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, faith-based organizations providing community services, healthcare and behavioral health providers, recovery and harm reduction organizations, governmental entities, and for-profit organizations delivering opioid-related services. Collaborative partnerships are also eligible if led by a qualifying organization. All applicants must be in good standing with the Indiana Secretary of State and must primarily serve residents within the City of Fort Wayne. Applicants are also expected to demonstrate experience addressing substance use disorders and provide financial documentation such as tax filings and financial statements. Applications must be submitted through the City’s online grants portal and must include detailed organizational information, a program narrative, evidence-based methodology, evaluation plans, a detailed budget and budget narrative, and documentation of partnerships. Required attachments include IRS determination letters, board lists, financial statements, insurance documentation, and organizational budgets. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Only one application per organization is allowed per cycle. Applications are evaluated by the Opioid Settlement Fund Review Committee using a weighted scoring system that includes program design, measurable outcomes, organizational capacity, partnerships, mission alignment, and financial feasibility. Additional consideration is given to proposals that address underserved populations or represent new initiatives. Award recommendations are made to the Mayor for final approval. Funded organizations must submit monthly financial reports and quarterly programmatic reports detailing outcomes and service delivery. The Round 3 application cycle opens July 1, 2026, with submissions accepted beginning at 10:00 AM. While a specific closing date for this round is not explicitly stated, prior cycles indicate structured deadlines and review timelines. The program is recurring, with multiple funding cycles anticipated annually or periodically. The City reserves the right to audit funded programs, request additional documentation, and adjust award amounts based on funding availability. Contact for the program is provided through a designated city representative via email.

Focus on strong evidence based program design measurable outcomes and alignment with Exhibit E priorities including underserved populations