Nexus SD Implementation Award RFA

Nexus SD is a statewide collaboration of health care, human, and social service providers sharing information using an integrated technology platform and referral system to coordinate whole-person care. The vision of Nexus SD is to streamline connections between multi-sector providers to address social needs and drive positive outcomes among populations at higher risk and that are underserved.

In 2024, the South Dakota Department of Health awarded 19 organizations funding to implement Nexus SD to help address social drivers of health. With the success seen through that opportunity, the Department has decided to offer another round of funding!

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Application Deadline: Friday, April 11, 2025, 5:00 pm CT

Apply via electronic submission to Rachel Sehr at Rachel.Sehr@state.sd.us no later than April 11, 2025, at 5:00 pm CT. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered for funding.

Anticipated Notification of Funding: May 16, 2025

Anticipated Number of Awards: 25

Project Period: June 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Funding Available: Up to $10,000 per organization

Eligibility Criteria:

• This funding opportunity is open to:
  • Organizations with a 501(c)3 tax status (or equivalent status) and government entities:
    • Examples: Community groups/civic/service organizations ▪ Tribal and/or municipal government offices/programs ▪ Programs that meet basic needs, such as shelter, food, and clothing ▪ Programs that provide emergency services ▪ Primary health care services ▪ Support groups ▪ Health and human services ▪ Youth programs ▪ Schools/after school programs ▪ Disability services ▪ Substance use services
  • For-profit businesses providing a critical health or human service if they offer a free (or reduced cost) service to the community or accept Medicaid or Medicare
• All applicants must have reviewed the Nexus SD Policy and System Operation Manual found at nexus.sd.gov and be ready to execute a membership agreement at the time of contract, if awarded.
• All awarded sites must either send, receive, or send and receive referrals related to addressing social drivers of health. The Nexus SD team will work with awardees needing to implement new referral processes as appropriate. However, applicants with processes already in place will be prioritized during awardee selection.

Questions? 
Rachel Sehr, Administrator
Office of Community Engagement
South Dakota Department of Health
Rachel.Sehr@state.sd.us
605-367-5356