OAR 333-028-0270: School-Based Health Center Program: Funding Criteria for SBHC Planning Communities

(1) The Program is required to direct funds to communities planning for certified school-based health centers (SBHCs) and will do so through a competitive grant proposal process for planning grants. (2) Any of the following entities may be eligible to apply for planning grant funds on behalf of their community: (a) A local public health authority; (b) A school or school district; (c) A coordinated care organization as that is defined in ORS 414.025; (d) Medical, dental or behavioral health organizations; or (e) A governmental entity or person that can demonstrate a significant interest and involvement in establishing, assisting or coordinating with SBHCs. (3) The Program will specify in its published request for proposals which entities within a community are eligible for that specific grant award. (4) Planning grant applicants will be evaluated on elements outlined in the request for proposal, which must include but is not limited to an evaluation of community need and readiness for a SBHC. (5) The grant amount awarded shall be determined based on the number of awarded applicants and the legislatively approved budget. (6) Funding for planning communities shall be awarded for a length of time determined by the Program or applicable legislation.