On October 22, 2024, DHCS will release a RFA to solicit applications from California local overdose prevention coalitions to reduce overdose deaths from illicitly manufactured fentanyl and other drugs through implementation of overdose prevention, treatment and harm reduction strategies. This funding must be used to support coalition operations and to achieve objectives listed in the RFA, including expanding overdose prevention education, awareness and/or stigma reduction; improving access to medication assisted treatment (MAT) and recovery services; and increasing availability of harm reduction resources and services.
The project period will be from January 1, 2025, through August 30, 2027. Eligible California local overdose prevention coalitions can apply for funding ranging from $45,000 to $75,000 annually. The deadline to apply is December 6, 2024.