FY2026 (oans) older americans act nutrition services incentive program for the states

The Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living awarded the New Mexico Aging and Long Term Service Department $3.991 million on October 1, 2025, under the Nutrition Services Incentive Program (CFDA 93.053) to support nutrition services delivery to older adults in New Mexico.

The award funds the purchase of domestically produced foods or USDA Foods for use in preparing congregate and home-delivered meals through nutrition services programs. The recipient, operating under its Consumer & Elder Rights division, must promptly and equitably disburse funds to sub-recipients delivering meal services. USDA Foods provided through this award may not be sold, exchanged, or otherwise disposed of without prior specific approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

The period of performance runs from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027, with all work performed in New Mexico. The program operates as a formula grant to State Units on Aging designed to reward efficient delivery of nutritious meals to older adults. The recipient maintains Title III and Title VI program agreements with the Administration for Community Living, which remain indefinite unless withdrawal is requested or required due to program irregularities. Accounting records must be retained for three years following the close of the fiscal year.