Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program (RESEP) | HRSA 24 009

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The Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program (RESEP) is a discretionary grant opportunity from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) designed to help organizations provide health screening and education services for people who may have been exposed to radiation due to uranium mining activities and the U.S. nuclear weapons testing program. The core purpose is practical and community-focused: identify individuals who may be experiencing health effects associated with historical radiation exposure, connect them to appropriate screening and follow-up resources, and deliver clear education so affected individuals and families understand potential risks, symptoms to watch for, and how to navigate available services. A key requirement is that projects must focus on populations located in the states specified in the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), meaning applicants need to show that their target communities fall within those eligible geographies and that outreach is tailored to those communities.

This opportunity is listed under Funding Opportunity Number HRSA-24-009 and uses the grant funding instrument under the health funding activity category (CFDA 93.257). HRSA anticipates making up to 8 awards, with an award ceiling of $250,000. The posting indicates an original application closing date of May 29, 2024, and a creation date of March 28, 2024. In practical terms, this funding level suggests HRSA is looking for targeted, implementable programs that can conduct outreach, provide or coordinate screenings, and deliver education and navigation support rather than large infrastructure builds.

Eligibility is broad and includes a range of public and community-based entities that are well-positioned to reach affected residents. Eligible applicants include state, county, and city/township governments; special district governments; federally recognized Native American tribal governments; other Native American tribal organizations; nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education); and other eligible entities as allowed by the program. This mix of eligible applicants reflects the reality that impacted populations may be dispersed and may be best served by local public health agencies, tribal entities, and trusted community organizations that already have relationships, cultural competence, and on-the-ground access.

To be competitive, an application would generally need to clearly define the intended service area and populations and explain how the program will locate and engage people who may have been exposed through uranium mining or nuclear weapons testing-related pathways. It should also show a credible plan for delivering screening and education in a way that reduces barriers, such as offering services in accessible locations, using culturally and linguistically appropriate materials, coordinating referrals for diagnostic evaluation and care when screening indicates a need, and partnering with local clinics, tribal health services, or other providers. Because the description emphasizes both screening and education, strong proposals typically balance direct service activities with sustained community education, helping residents understand radiation exposure history, potential health concerns, and available supports while also building pathways into clinical or preventive services.

• The Health Resources and Services Administration in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program (RESEP)" and is now available to receive applicants.
• Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.257.
• This funding opportunity was created on 2024-03-28.
• Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-05-29. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
• Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $250,000.00 in funding.
• The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 8 candidate(s).
• Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Special district governments, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Others.

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