Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part D Coordinated HIV Services and Access to Research for Women, Infants, Children, and Youth (WICY) Existing Geographic Service Areas

The Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part D Coordinated HIV Services and Access to Research for Women, Infants, Children, and Youth (WICY) is administered by the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This federal program is part of the broader Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, which is designed to provide comprehensive systems of care for individuals living with HIV who are uninsured or underinsured. Part D specifically focuses on populations that require family-centered and developmentally appropriate care, including women, infants, children, and youth affected by HIV. The program reflects a long-standing federal commitment to improving health outcomes and reducing disparities among vulnerable populations. The primary purpose of this funding opportunity is to support the delivery of coordinated, family-centered HIV care in outpatient or ambulatory care settings. The program targets low-income women aged 25 and older living with HIV, infants up to age two who are exposed to or living with HIV, children ages two through twelve with HIV, and youth ages thirteen through twenty-four with HIV. Funding is intended to improve access to comprehensive medical care and supportive services, which may include case management, behavioral health services, nutritional support, and referrals to specialized care providers. The scope of funding emphasizes integrated service delivery models that address both clinical and non-clinical needs. In addition to direct medical care, recipients may use funds to support services that remove barriers to care, promote adherence to treatment, and improve family stability. A unique aspect of Part D is that it allows funding for services benefiting individuals not living with HIV when those services directly support the care of a person with HIV or help stabilize the family unit. This enables a holistic approach that acknowledges the role of caregivers and family dynamics in treatment success. Eligible applicants include a wide range of public and private entities, such as state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, tribal governments and organizations, and institutions of higher education. Both current recipients of RWHAP Part D funding and new applicants may apply, provided they propose to deliver family-centered HIV care within the defined geographic service areas. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to provide outpatient or ambulatory care and meet statutory requirements outlined in the Public Health Service Act. The application process is expected to be conducted electronically through standard federal grant submission systems, with applications due by June 24, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. While specific application components are not detailed in the forecast notice, typical federal submissions include program narratives, budget justifications, and documentation of organizational capacity. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement for this program, reducing financial barriers for applicants. The estimated award date and project start date are both August 1, 2026, indicating a relatively rapid turnaround from application to implementation. Awards are anticipated to support a large national network of service providers, with approximately 111 awards expected and total program funding estimated at $69 million. Individual award amounts are expected to range from $115,000 to $2,000,000. The program is administered on an annual funding cycle, and while this notice is forecasted, it signals a recurring federal funding opportunity aligned with ongoing public health priorities. For additional information or questions, applicants may contact the program representative via email or phone as provided in the notice.