Sexual and Reproductive Health Services Grant

Sexual and Reproductive Health Services Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Minnesota Department of Health
Last Updated: September 23, 2024

Summary

The Sexual and Reproductive Health Services (SRHS) grant program, established by the Minnesota Legislature in 1978, aims to enhance access to sexual and reproductive health care across Minnesota. The program addresses barriers such as poverty, discrimination, and lack of transportation. Funded biannually, SRHS supports various services including contraceptive counseling, outreach, and referrals. With an estimated annual funding of $4.5 million for new applicants, the program seeks to improve the health outcomes of marginalized communities.

Overview

Sexual and Reproductive Health Services The Sexual and Reproductive Health Services (SRHS) is a grant program that was originally established by the Minnesota Legislature in 1978 as the Family Planning Special Projects (FPSP) program and revised in Minnesota Statute 145.925 during the recent legislative session. The revisions included a name change to better reflect the program’s purpose to increase access to sexual and reproductive health services. SRHS funds are appropriated biannually by the Minnesota Legislature to fund preconception sexual and reproductive health programs throughout the State of Minnesota. The SRHS grant provides funds to address barriers for people who experience difficulties in accessing sexual and reproductive health services due to (or because of): Poverty Racial and ethnic discrimination Gender identity discrimination Sexual orientation discrimination Disability status Lack of insurance, or transportation Geographic location Language Age Concerns about confidentiality SRH services supported by this grant are: Public information Outreach/Health Education (including the statewide hotline only for the grantee currently funded for it)Contraceptive Counseling Contraceptive methods (including screening, testing, and treatment of sexually transmitted infections and other sexual or reproductive health concerns)Referral and follow-up (medical, financial, mental health, and other services based on need) Funding Track 1: Current FPSP grantees -Estimated Annual Funding Available - $2,647,125 Estimated Number of Grantees - 24 Track 2: New applicants Estimated Annual Funding Available - $4,500,000 Estimated Number of Grantees - 18

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