The Opioid Crisis Innovation Challenge 2024 from the Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts supports projects taking a novel approach to the opioid crisis. They are specifically focused on ideas for Innovative Payment Methods, Workforce Development, and Supporting the Transition from Treatment to Recovery.

Applicants may request up to $300,000 per year for two years. Concept notes are due by August 8, 2024 and invitations to submit a full proposal will be issued by September 6.

Eligibility

This grant is open to:

• 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations
• State, local, and Native American tribal governments
• Nonprofit, tax exempt universities

Focus Areas

Submitted projects should focus on one of the following areas:

Innovative Payment Models

Current payment models often do not provide affordable access to all services needed for success recovery. Projects may:

• Develop new payment models
• Evaluate current methods with a focus on public or private payers or both
• Develop methods to assess value of care
• Analyze policy issues

Workforce Development

There is a shortage of addiction counselors and behavioral health professionals in the United States. The result has been a dearth of recovery services, especially in rural and underserved communities. Projects may:

• Expand and sustain the pipeline of professionals to meet this shortage
• Utilize the existing population of counselors in strategic ways
• Develop training opportunities for peers

Supporting the Transition from Treatment to Recovery

Insufficient attention has been paid to the time following treatment when patients are transferring back to normal life and, hopefully, long term sobriety. Dealing with triggers, housing, and employment are all challenges that need to be addressed. Projects may:

• Establish accessible recovery housing
• Focus on other innovative methods for long term recovery

Priorities

The Foundation prioritizes patient-centered approaches and programs that reach high risk populations. Submissions are also assessed for adhering to the Foundation’s objectives to support:

• Policy initiatives
• Professional education
• Payer and provider strategies
• Public awareness