Ryan White Part D-NJ Statewide Family Centered HIV Care Network Grant Program

The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH), through its Division of Family Health Services (FHS), has issued a Request for Applications for the Ryan White Part D NJ Statewide Family Centered HIV Care Network. This funding opportunity supports the continuation and enhancement of coordinated HIV services for women, infants, children, and youth (WICY) living with HIV across New Jersey. The program is part of the federally funded Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program administered by the Health Resources and Services Administration, with state-level oversight provided by NJDOH. The initiative reflects a longstanding commitment to improving access to comprehensive, culturally competent, family-centered care and reducing health disparities among vulnerable populations. The purpose of the grant is to fund up to seven network providers that will deliver integrated HIV care services through multidisciplinary outpatient centers. These centers are expected to provide primary medical care, case management, mental health services, and a wide range of supportive and specialty services. The program emphasizes coordination with community partners and systems such as schools, public health agencies, and social services. Services must be accessible regardless of a patient’s ability to pay, with Ryan White funds serving as the payer of last resort and requiring adherence to federal guidelines regarding billing and program income reinvestment. Funding for this opportunity is contingent upon federal appropriations, with approximately 2 million dollars available for the project period spanning August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027. Individual awards will range from 50,000 to 350,000 dollars, and indirect costs are not allowable. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary care and meet rigorous reporting and performance requirements, including adherence to national HIV/AIDS strategy goals related to treatment adherence, retention in care, and viral suppression. Eligibility is limited to organizations that meet several strict criteria. Applicants must be New Jersey Section IIA hospitals, defined as medical school-affiliated hospitals licensed and accredited in the state. Additionally, applicants must hold nonprofit 501(c)(3) status and demonstrate capacity to serve all eligible WICY populations within their service areas. Preference is given to existing regional providers with a proven track record. Applicants must also demonstrate strong partnerships with community-based organizations and provide evidence of collaborative service delivery. The application process is conducted entirely through the NJDOH System for Administering Grants Electronically (SAGE). Applicants must first submit a mandatory letter of interest by May 25, 2026, followed by a full application submission by June 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. The application requires detailed responses across multiple sections, including organizational capacity, needs assessment, service delivery model, evaluation plan, and budget justification. Supporting documentation such as proof of nonprofit status, financial statements, and partnership letters must also be included. Applications are evaluated based on a 100-point scoring system covering organizational background, needs assessment, project plan, evaluation strategy, and budget. A minimum score of 70 points is required for funding consideration. The review process includes compliance screening and evaluation by a committee of NJDOH staff. Final award decisions are made by the department, with notification expected by July 31, 2026 and project implementation beginning August 1, 2026. Key contacts for this opportunity include Kourtney Pulliam for programmatic inquiries and Morgan Taylor for grants management and SAGE system support. The program requires extensive ongoing reporting, including quarterly performance reports and participation in statewide coordination activities. This funding opportunity represents a critical component of New Jersey’s strategy to provide comprehensive HIV care and improve outcomes for affected families statewide.

Emphasize demonstrated capacity to serve all eligible populations; provide strong community partnerships; align services with HIV care continuum metrics; ensure detailed and compliant budget justification