Snow Hill, MD – The Worcester County Health Department (WCHD) is requesting proposals to address tobacco use disparities as a result of receiving funds from the State of Maryland to advance health equity by identifying and eliminating tobacco, diabetes, and chronic disease related health inequities and disparities. Community-based organizations, churches, private entities, non-profits, and workplaces are encouraged to apply. Organizations can request up to $10,000-$20,000, and awards will depend on the number and quality of applications received. A total of $20,000 is available to support these efforts.
Projects can include public awareness, community outreach, education, youth vaping prevention, youth advocacy, and tobacco health literacy. Tobacco control may address the reduction of smoking, prevention of vaping and smoking, or environmental change strategies. Funds should be used for projects implemented in places where residents live, work, learn, play and worship.
A virtual pre-proposal orientation meeting will be held through Google Meet on January 27, 2023, at 2 p.m. If you plan to attend this orientation session, RSVP to Crystal Bell at Crystal.bell1@maryland.gov.
Applications must be returned to the health department by February 17, 2023, no later than 4:30 p.m. A review team will evaluate the applications, and awards will be made after February 24, 2023. For more information or to request an application packet, please call the Worcester County Health Department Prevention Services at 410-632-1100 ext. 1108.
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~ The Worcester County Health Department