Behavioral Health Integration Initiative
HHS-IHS Forecasted HHS-2027-IHS-BH2I-0001Description
The purpose of the BH2I program is to improve the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) individuals by expanding integrated, coordinated behavioral health care. The program supports Tribal and Urban Indian Organization (UIO) health systems in delivering culturally responsive, trauma-informed services that integrate behavioral health with primary care, nutrition, exercise, and social, spiritual, and cultural supports. The goal is to improve access to comprehensive behavioral health services, promote early identification and treatment of mental health and substance use disorders, strengthen care coordination, and improve overall health outcomes and quality of life.
Eligibility
Federally recognized Tribe as defined by 25 U.S.C. 1603 (14); Tribal organization as defined by 25 U.S.C. 1603 (26); Urban Indian organization as defined by 25 U.S.C. 1603 (29).
Actions
Funding Details
- Award Floor
- Not specified
- Award Ceiling
- Not specified
- Total Estimated Funding
- $5,000,000.00
- Expected Awards
- 15
Key Dates
- Posted
- August 18, 2026
- Closes
- N/A
- Archive Date
- N/A
Agency Information
- Agency Name
- Indian Health Service
- Agency Code
- HHS-IHS
- Funding Instrument
- Other