Block Grant B08TI088090

This federal Block Grant award of $1,841,083 was provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) under the Block Grants for Prevention and Treatment of Substance Abuse (CFDA 93.959) program. The funding will support the State of Alaska Department of Health in developing and implementing comprehensive prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation activities targeting alcohol and drug abuse across the state over the period of October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2026. As the public health authority for Alaska, the department will leverage this block grant funding to deliver critical substance abuse services and initiatives at the community level, with a focus on supporting vulnerable and underserved populations. The funding will enable the department to design and implement targeted interventions addressing substance use disorders through partnerships with tribal organizations, non-profits, and local agencies across Alaska's diverse geography.