Opportunity Information: Apply for HRSA 20 029
The Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program (RESEP) is a discretionary federal grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), administered by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) through its Federal Office of Rural Health Policy (FORHP). The program was developed in consultation with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Indian Health Service (IHS), signaling that it is intended to reflect both scientific knowledge about radiation-related health conditions and the realities of delivering services in affected communities, including those served by IHS. The funding opportunity is listed under Funding Opportunity Number HRSA-20-029 and CFDA (now commonly referenced as Assistance Listing) 93.257, and it supports on-the-ground public health and clinical outreach work tied to radiation exposure impacts.
The core goal of RESEP is to reduce illness and improve outcomes among people who may have been exposed to radiation by making sure they know what services exist, what health risks to watch for, and how to access screening and care. The program emphasizes public-facing education and information dissemination, particularly about radiogenic diseases (illnesses that can be caused by exposure to ionizing radiation) and why early detection matters. In practice, this includes outreach efforts that explain symptoms and risks, encourage timely screening, and help communities understand how to navigate available services. A major priority is reaching eligible individuals who might otherwise miss screening opportunities because of geography, limited access to specialty care, or lack of awareness.
Beyond education, RESEP also funds actual screening activities for cancer and other radiogenic diseases among eligible individuals. Screening is positioned as a gateway to earlier diagnosis, which can significantly change treatment options and outcomes. Importantly, the program is not limited to identifying potential health problems; it also requires awardees to provide appropriate referrals for medical treatment. That means funded organizations are expected to have a practical plan for connecting patients to follow-up evaluation and care, rather than stopping at awareness campaigns or one-time screening events.
Another central component of the program is assistance related to the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA). RESEP aims to facilitate putative applicants (people who may qualify) in documenting RECA claims. This typically involves helping individuals understand what documentation is needed, how to assemble records, and how to present information relevant to exposure history and health conditions. While RESEP does not replace the formal claims process, it is designed to make the process more accessible for communities that may face barriers to navigating federal compensation systems.
From an administrative standpoint, this opportunity is a grant (Funding Instrument Type: Grant) categorized under health-related activities. The eligibility field is listed as "Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification)," which indicates that eligibility is more specific than standard categories like states or universities and would have been defined in the full notice. The opportunity was created on July 19, 2019, with an original closing date of October 28, 2019. HRSA anticipated making around 8 awards under this announcement. The listed award ceiling is shown as 0 in the provided source data, which usually means the ceiling was not specified in that particular summary field or required consulting the full funding notice for detailed award amounts and funding ranges.
Overall, RESEP is structured to combine community education, preventive screening, clinical referral pathways, and practical support for RECA documentation into one coordinated set of services. The intent is to ensure that people affected by radiation exposure are not only informed about their risks, but also actively supported in obtaining early detection services, getting connected to treatment when needed, and pursuing compensation claims when they may be eligible.Apply for HRSA 20 029
- The Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.257.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 19, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 28, 2019. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 8 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program (RESEP) FAQs
What is the Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program (RESEP)?
RESEP is a discretionary federal grant program that supports public health and clinical outreach work related to radiation exposure impacts. Its focus is on educating communities, providing screening for radiogenic diseases, connecting people to appropriate medical referrals, and helping potentially eligible individuals with documentation related to Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) claims.
Which federal agency offers and administers this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). It is administered by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), through HRSA's Federal Office of Rural Health Policy (FORHP).
Was RESEP developed with input from other federal health agencies?
Yes. The program was developed in consultation with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Indian Health Service (IHS). This indicates the program is meant to reflect scientific knowledge about radiation-related health conditions and the realities of delivering services in affected communities, including those served by IHS.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed for this program is HRSA-20-029.
What is the CFDA/Assistance Listing number for RESEP?
The CFDA number (now commonly referred to as the Assistance Listing number) is 93.257.
What type of funding instrument is RESEP?
The funding instrument type is a Grant.
What is the main goal of RESEP?
The core goal is to reduce illness and improve outcomes among people who may have been exposed to radiation by ensuring they know what services exist, what health risks to watch for, and how to access screening and care.
What kinds of activities does RESEP support?
Based on the program description, RESEP supports a coordinated set of activities that includes: public-facing education and information dissemination about radiogenic diseases and early detection; outreach to encourage timely screening; screening for cancer and other radiogenic diseases among eligible individuals; and establishing referral pathways so people can connect to follow-up evaluation and medical treatment when needed.
What are "radiogenic diseases" in the context of this program?
Radiogenic diseases are illnesses that can be caused by exposure to ionizing radiation. RESEP emphasizes educating the public about these conditions, associated risks and symptoms, and why early detection can matter.
Does RESEP fund actual screening services, or only education?
RESEP funds more than education. The program also supports screening activities for cancer and other radiogenic diseases among eligible individuals, with screening positioned as a pathway to earlier diagnosis.
Does the program require follow-up or referral for people who need care?
Yes. The program requires awardees to provide appropriate referrals for medical treatment. The expectation is that funded organizations will have a practical plan to connect patients to follow-up evaluation and care, not just provide awareness campaigns or one-time screening events.
Who is the program trying to reach?
The program prioritizes reaching eligible individuals who might otherwise miss screening opportunities due to geography, limited access to specialty care, or lack of awareness about risks and available services.
How does RESEP relate to the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA)?
RESEP includes assistance related to RECA by helping putative applicants (people who may qualify) document RECA claims. This generally involves helping individuals understand what documentation is needed, how to assemble records, and how to present information relevant to exposure history and health conditions.
Does RESEP replace or handle the official RECA claims process?
No. RESEP is described as helping make the process more accessible by supporting documentation and navigation, but it does not replace the formal RECA claims process.
What is listed for eligibility in the summary provided?
The eligibility field is listed as "Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification)." This indicates eligibility was more specific than standard categories and would have been defined in the full funding notice.
When was this funding opportunity created and when did it close?
The opportunity was created on July 19, 2019, and the original closing date was October 28, 2019.
How many awards did HRSA anticipate making under this announcement?
HRSA anticipated making around 8 awards under this announcement.
What is the award ceiling for this opportunity?
The award ceiling is shown as 0 in the provided source data. This typically means the ceiling was not specified in that particular summary field or that the full funding notice would need to be consulted for detailed award amounts and ranges.
How does RESEP combine its different components (education, screening, referrals, and RECA assistance)?
RESEP is structured to integrate community education, preventive screening, clinical referral pathways, and practical support for RECA documentation into a coordinated set of services. The intent is to ensure affected individuals are informed about risks, supported in obtaining early detection services, connected to treatment when needed, and assisted in pursuing compensation claims when they may be eligible.
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