The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) was awarded a $2,302,500 Project Grant by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) under the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Projects of Regional and National Significance (CFDA 93.243) program. The grant will fund a multi-faceted approach to combat substance use disorders and overdoses on the Qualla Boundary over a 4-year period from September 2024 to September 2028. Key initiatives include community engagement, stigma reduction, naloxone distribution, provider education, and treatment retention strategies, all delivered in a culturally sensitive manner. The grant aims to serve over 800 participants annually, with a total estimated 3,275 individuals served. Performance metrics will track CPR/first aid participants, naloxone administrations, medication-assisted therapy participants, and overall suspected drug-related illnesses.
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| Not listed | $0 | 4/14/25 | ||
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| Not listed | $767.5k | 8/29/24 | ||
| Not listed | $767.5k | 8/29/24 |