SB26 School-Based Health Center Competitive Solicitation Grant

The Ohio Department of Health announces a competitive grant opportunity for local or public non-profit healthcare agencies to establish or expand school-based health centers (SBHCs). These centers provide essential medical, mental health, dental, and vision care directly in schools, facilitating access for students. Grants start at $30,000 and support planning, opening new sites, or enhancing existing services, ensuring the health needs of the entire school community are met.

Opportunity Details
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH), Bureau of Maternal, Child, and Family Health announces the availability of grant funds for local or public non-profit healthcare agencies to apply for funds to support
planning for a new school-based health center (SBHC) in or next to a school where one does not currently operate, start-up funds to open a new (SBHC) or support operational and expansion projects to existing sites.
Purpose:
School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs) place critically needed services like medical, mental health, dental, and vision care directly in schools where young people spend most of their time, maximizing their opportunity to learn and grow. SBHCs integrated into school buildings and/or on grounds allow easy access to meet the basic health needs of students while minimizing the loss of academic time. SBHCs, in partnership with committed healthcare and educational partners, offer a range of services including but not limited to physical health, vision, dental and behavioral health. SBHCs support the entire school community while addressing the needs of the whole child.
No grant award will be issued for less than $30,000. The minimum amount is exclusive of any required matching amounts and represents only ODH funds granted. Applications submitted for less than the minimum amount will not be considered for review.