Supported Decision Making Technical Assistance Program (SDM-TAP) Grant- Professional Implementation

The California State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) is seeking proposals for the Supported Decision Making Technical Assistance Program (SDM-TAP) Grant - Professional Implementation. This grant opportunity has $430,000 available to fund one or two projects focused on systemic change within professional focus areas, such as the aging community, individuals with mental health issues, and individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). The goal is to increase professionals' awareness and ability to honor supported decision making (SDM) practices, allowing for successful implementation statewide, especially in underserved communities. Applicants must provide details on their project design, target population, work plan, deliverables, outcomes, evaluation, and budget. Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria including the organization's qualifications, collaborative partnerships, diversity and disparities, and anticipated impact. The application period opens on May 31, 2024 and closes on July 12, 2024, with the grant period running from September 1, 2024 through December 31, 2025.

The SDM-TAP grant is open to California-based agencies and organizations that serve individuals with I/DD, including local government agencies, non-governmental organizations, tribal organizations, community-based non-profits, and established coalitions classified as 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entities. Applicants may apply individually or as part of a consortium. Priority will be given to those demonstrating subject matter expertise in SDM, depth of relationships with professionals in the identified focus areas, cultural competence within underserved populations, and outreach to and knowledge of government entities. There are no matching fund requirements, but applicants that disclose matched funds or in-kind contributions will be considered regarding their financial capability. The total available funding is $430,000, with a minimum award of $150,000 per project.