Arkansas COVID-19 Health Disparities Initiative
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Dr. Chychy Smith
501.661.2282
Chychy.Smith@arkansas.gov
Shakia Jackson
501.671.1572
Shakia.Jackson@arkansas.gov
The Arkansas Department of Health will provide funding to address COVID-19 health disparities among high-risk and underserved populations in Arkansas, including racial and ethnic minority populations and rural communities. Awardees and key partners should implement a coordinated and holistic approach that builds on culturally, linguistically, and locally tailored strategies and best practices to reduce COVID-19 risk.
Eligible applicants are public and private, nonprofit organizations in Arkansas, including:
- Community-based and civic organizations
- Academic institutions and universities
- Faith-based organizations
- Local governmental agencies and community leaders
- Social services providers and organizations, including those that address social determinants of health such as community transportation, anti-discrimination organizations, and legal services
- Healthcare providers, including community health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers
- Health-related organizations such as pharmacies, testing centers, and community health workers
Award ceiling: $300,000
Estimated number of awards: 100
Estimated total program funding:
$7,000,000
Links to the application instructions and the application packet are available on the program website when applications are being accepted.
Email completed applications to Dr. Chychy Smith.
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