Emergency Repatriation Planning, Training, and Exercises

The Emergency Repatriation Planning, Training, and Exercises funding opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Administration for Children and Families, specifically the Office of Human Services Emergency Preparedness and Response. This office administers the U.S. Repatriation Program, which provides temporary assistance to eligible U.S. citizens and their dependents who are returned to the United States from foreign countries due to crises such as war, illness, destitution, or mental health conditions. Assistance is delivered as a service loan for up to 90 days following arrival and must be repaid to the federal government. The administering office is responsible for coordinating domestic repatriation efforts and works with partner agencies through formal agreements. The purpose of this funding opportunity is to strengthen the preparedness and operational capacity of states and territories to respond to emergency repatriation events. Specifically, the program seeks to improve planning, training, and exercise capabilities, culminating in updated emergency repatriation plans. The initiative aims to enhance knowledge, skills, and operational readiness while increasing the number of jurisdictions capable of effectively managing repatriation incidents. This aligns with federal objectives to ensure coordinated and efficient responses to international crises affecting U.S. citizens. Funding will be provided through cooperative agreements, indicating substantial federal involvement in project execution. The total estimated program funding is 750000 dollars, with two awards anticipated at 375000 dollars each. Funds are expected to support activities such as training exercises, planning coordination, and capability development efforts tied directly to emergency repatriation readiness. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, allowing recipients to fully utilize federal funds for program implementation without additional financial contribution. Eligible applicants include a broad range of public and private entities, including state, county, city, and tribal governments, nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status, institutions of higher education, small businesses, and public housing authorities. However, individuals, federal agencies, and foreign entities are explicitly excluded from eligibility. This wide eligibility scope is intended to encourage diverse partnerships and maximize the reach of preparedness efforts across different jurisdictions and sectors. The application process will require electronic submission through designated federal systems by the specified deadline. While specific application components are not detailed in the forecast, applicants should expect standard federal grant requirements such as project narratives, budgets, and organizational qualifications. The opportunity is currently forecasted, with an estimated posting date of June 23, 2026, and an application deadline of August 3, 2026. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the due date. Awards are expected to be announced by August 31, 2026, with project activities beginning on September 1, 2026. The timeline reflects a relatively short turnaround from application submission to project initiation, emphasizing the urgency of preparedness improvements. Interested applicants may contact the program office via email or phone for additional information. Further details are expected to be released upon official posting of the funding opportunity.