Transgender/Gender Diverse (TGD) Wellness and Equity Program
TGD Wellness & Equity Program
CSFA Number: 444-80-3227
STATE AGENCY INFORMATION
Agency Name
Department Of Human Services (444)
Agency Identification
DFCS
Agency Contact
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Short Description
The Transgender/Gender Diverse (TGD) Wellness and Equity Program is an initiative focused on coordinating inclusive health, wellness, employment, housing supports, education, and other services to enable individuals that identify as transgender, gender diverse, intersex, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and queer to thrive. The Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago (PHIMC) will take the lead to implement work towards a comprehensive solution to expand access to gender affirming care for the TGD/LGBTQ+ communities in Illinois.
Federal Authorization
n/a
Illinois Statue Authorization
Public Act 101-27
Public Act 102-558
Illinois Administrative Rules Authorization
n/a
Objective
The 3 Major Objectives of the Program include:
• Developing long-term plans to institutionalize the program through sustained state-level funding.
• Preserving and expanding the healthcare infrastructure in rural and underserved regions.
• Ensuring continuous care and treatment for current participants, including access to critical mental and behavioral health services.
PHIMC’s experience and commitment are essential to achieving IDHS’s vision of a robust, inclusive, and geographically diverse care network.
UGA Program Terms
State Appropriation
Eligible Applicants
Nonprofit Organizations;
Applicant Eligibility
Renewal Applications Only
Beneficiary Eligibility
See Program Plan
Types of Assistance
Project Grants
Subject / Service Area
Human Services
Credentials / Documentation
n/a
Preapplication Coordination
n/a
Application Procedures
2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements apply to this program.
Criteria Selecting Proposals
n/a
Award Procedures
MBR excepted; reimbursement based on monthly reporting
Range of Approval or Disapproval Time
n/a
Appeals
In accordance with GATA Administrative Rules, Section 350, Merit Based Review of Grant Applications, a merit-based application review is required for competitive Grants and Cooperative Agreements, unless prohibited by State or Federal statute.
The appeals process is set forth in section 7000.350 available here: http://www.ilga.gov/commission/jcar/admincode/044/044070000D03500R.html
Uses and Restrictions
All applicants will use grant funds according to the guidelines, conditions, and parameters set forth in this funding notice and in compliance with federal statutes, regulations and the terms and conditions of any applicable federal awards.
Reports
Project Grants require quarterly progress reports.
Audits
Audits
JCAR Title 44 Illinois Administrative Code 7000.90
Local Agencies are required to be audited annually, in accordance with:
1. 2 CFR Part 200.501 Audit Requirements;
2. CFR 215 Uniform administrative requirements for grants and agreements with institutions of higher education, hospitals, and other non-profit organizations. (OMB Circular A–110);
3. CFR 225 Cost Principles for State, Local, and Indian Tribal Governments (OMB Circular A-87);
4. CFR 230 Cost principles for non-profit organizations (OMB Circular A-122).
Records
In accordance with 7 CFR 246, each Local Agency shall maintain full and complete records of Program operations in compliance with Federal and State records retention requirements. All records shall be retained for three (3) years following the close of the fiscal year to which the records pertain.
An agency (e.g., any court and all parts, boards, departments, bureaus, and commissions of any county, municipal corporation or political subdivision) shall comply with the Local Records Act, which regulates the destruction and preservation of public records within the State of Illinois.
The Federal Agency or Department may require longer retention of records and/or submission of such records to these agencies if the records cover a time period still open to audit.
Account Identification
0001.44417.4900.000500NE
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$2,000,000
Program Accomplishments
n/a
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
n/a
Regional or Local Assistance Location
Statewide
Headquarters Office
Chicago
GATA Exceptions
Merit Based Review; Notice of Funding Opportunity; Other;
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding By Fiscal Year
FY 2023 : $1,500,000
FY 2024 : $1,500,000
FY 2025 : $3,000,000
FY 2026 : $3,000,000
FY 2027 : $3,000,000
Federal Funding
None
Notice of Funding Opportunities
ACTIVE AWARDS
| Agency ID | Grantee Name | Comptroller Name | Start Date | End Date | Amount |
| FCSFQ07543-FCSFQ07543 | Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago | PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE OF | 07/01/2026 | 06/30/2027 | 3,000,000 |