The FY2025 APS-Opioid and Substance Use Disorder Intervention grant is administered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Administration for Community Living (ACL). This initiative falls under the Elder Abuse Prevention Interventions Program and is aimed at enhancing support for Adult Protective Services (APS) clients affected by substance use, particularly in the context of the opioid epidemic. ACL plans to award up to five cooperative agreements under this program, emphasizing collaboration and shared responsibility between the grantor and recipients.
The purpose of the grant is to support the implementation of evidence-informed, APS-specific interventions to address substance use disorders. It is designed to increase the availability and accessibility of in-home and community-based social, health, and behavioral health services for APS clients and their families. A central goal is to provide APS professionals with the tools, training, and resources needed to improve outcomes for individuals experiencing abuse, neglect, or exploitation while also coping with substance abuse issues.
This funding opportunity is categorized under Income Security and Social Services and encourages applications from a wide range of eligible entities. While the opportunity is open to most U.S.-based organizations, foreign entities are not eligible. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are allowed to apply.
Each award will range from a minimum of $200,000 to a maximum of $500,000, with a total program funding of $2,000,000. Matching funds are required from applicants, although the exact matching amount is not specified. The estimated posting date for the opportunity is June 13, 2025, with applications due by August 12, 2025. Awards are expected to be announced by September 15, 2025, with project start dates slated for September 30, 2025.
The grant will be administered as a cooperative agreement, indicating substantial involvement by ACL in the implementation of the funded programs. The assistance listing number for this opportunity is 93.747. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit ACL’s official grants page for more details and application instructions.
For more information, applicants can contact Kari Benson at 202-401-4634. Additional resources and application materials will be made available at https://acl.gov/grants/open-opportunities.
