Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is seeking proposals for its Community-Based Perinatal Services Access Program. The program aims to expand access to culturally specific and competent perinatal services, including doula and lactation support, by funding organizations in Oregon. Approximately $500,000 is available, with grant awards ranging from $5,000 to $100,000. Funds can support workforce development, service delivery, outreach, and infrastructure. Proposals are due August 7, 2026. Organizations must meet minimum qualifications, including being based in Oregon and providing relevant services. The grant period is anticipated to be one year with a possible one-year renewal.
Proposals are due by August 7, 2026, at 3:00 p. m. PDT. closing date: august 7, 2026 3: 00 p. m. pdt
Proposals will be evaluated based on scoring criteria outlined in Appendix A, focusing on interest, alignment with mission, populations served, perinatal health impact, community needs, activities, reach, success measures, infrastructure development, and partnerships.
Proposers must be based in Oregon, be a culturally specific CBO, federally recognized tribe, tribal organization, urban Indian health program, or a nonprofit/for-profit entity currently providing perinatal services. Government organizations are not eligible.
OHA may reject a proposal if the proposer fails to comply with RFGP procedures, has delinquent debt to the state, has an unresolved contract dispute, fails to meet responsibility requirements, or makes inappropriate contact with state representatives.
OHA has approximately $500,000 available as part of this grant opportunity. oha has approximately 500, 000 available as part of this grant opportunity.