Illinois WISEWOMAN Program
CSFA Number: 482-00-0923
Agency Name
Department Of Public Health (482)
Agency Identification
IDPH: Office of Women's Health
Agency Contact
Pam Jefferies
217-557-4438
pam.jefferies@illinois.gov
Short Description
The Illinois WISEWOMAN Program provides funds to Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program providers to provide cardiovascular (CVD) screening to women, ages 35 to 64, whose income is at or below 250% of the federal poverty level, along with lifestyle programs to reduce CVD risk factors.
Federal Authorization
National Breast and Cervical Cancer Mortality Prevention Act of 1990, as amended 1993
Illinois Statue Authorization
Public Law 103-183, Public Law 106-354, 20 ILCS 2310/2310-25
Illinois Administrative Rules Authorization
20 ILCS 2310/2310-25
Objective
The Illinois WISEWOMAN Program provides funds to Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program providers to provide cardiovascular (CVD) screening to women, ages 35 to 64, whose income is at or below 250% of the federal poverty level, along with lifestyle programs to reduce CVD risk factors.
Prime Recipient
Yes
UGA Program Terms
09/30/25-09/29/27
Eligible Applicants
Government Organizations; Nonprofit Organizations;
Applicant Eligibility
Illinois WISEWOMAN Program grants are awarded to IWP Lead Agency grantees, which are required to also administer the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program grants, since recipients of IWP services must be an IBCCP participant.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Participants receiving IWP services must be women who are 35-64 years old, at or below 250% of federal poverty level, who are uninsured or under-insured.
Types of Assistance
Non-competitive
Subject / Service Area
Healthcare
Credentials / Documentation
All grantees are required to register with the State of Illinois through the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) website, www.grants.illinois.gov, complete a prequalification process, and be determined "qualified" as described in Section 7000.70. Registration and prequalification is required before an organization can apply for an award. The entity is "qualified" to be an awardee if it: 1) has an active DUNS number; 2) has an active SAM.gov account; 3) has an acceptable fiscal condition; 4) is in good standing with the Illinois Secretary of State, if the Illinois Secretary of State requires the entity's organization type to be registered. Governmental entities, school districts and select religious organizations are not required to be registered with the Illinois Secretary of State. Refer to the Illinois Secretary of State Business Services website: http://www. cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/business_services/home.html; 5) is not on the Illinois Stop Payment List; 6) is not on the SAM.gov Exclusion List; 7) is not on the Sanctioned Party List maintained by HFS.
Preapplication Coordination
Each applicant (unless the applicant has an exception approved by the Federal or State awarding agency under 2 CFR § 25.110(d)) is required to: i. Be registered in SAM before submitting its application. If you are not registered in SAM, this link provides a connection for SAM registration: https://governmentcontractregistration.com/sam-registration.asp; ii. Provide a valid DUNS number in its application; and iii. continue to maintain an active SAM registration with current information at all times during which it has an active Federal, Federal pass-through or State award or an application or plan under consideration by a Federal or State awarding agency.
Application Procedures
The application format is provided via EGrAMS, which must be completed in its entirety. While some of the sections in the application relate specifically to IWP, many sections must be completed for all grant programs. Therefore, it might be helpful for your Agency to prepare standard responses for those sections. Please note that “Instructions” boxes appear on screens throughout the EGrAMS online application, and it is suggested that you click on these for additional guidance and tips for completion. Please utilize the instructional guide. https://idphgrants.com/admin/ViewAppDocs.aspx?fnam=EGrAMS%20Instructional%20Guide%20-%20Initiate%20Grant%20App%20YBD.pdf
Criteria Selecting Proposals
Illinois WISEWOMAN Program grant applications are reviewed by IDPH staff to determine if the application is complete and accurate.
Award Procedures
Upon completion of the application submission and review process, and the provision of any missing or corrected items as appropriate, each successful grantee will receive a grant agreement to be signed by the entity’s authorized official. The grant agreement is not binding on the parties until it has been fully executed by the Illinois Department of Public Health and a fully executed copy has been provided to the grantee.
Deadlines
Application Deadline TBD
Range of Approval or Disapproval Time
Application approvals will be provided prior to the anticipated Program Start Date of 9/30/25.
Appeals
Not applicable as this is a non-competitive funding opportunity.
Renewals
N/A
Formula Matching Requirements
N/A
Uses and Restrictions
Illinois WISEWOMAN Program grant applicants must submit budget items in accordance with the budget categories detailed in EGrAMS: Program Management, Patient Services (Clinical), and Healthy Behavior Support Options. Indirect costs, research and development, and construction costs are not allowed to be reimbursed by the Illinois WISEWOMAN Program.
Reports
Monthly Reimbursement Certification Form and Quarterly Scope of Work Report
Audits
Grantees are be subject to the audit requirements contained in the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (31 USC 7501-7507) and Subpart F of 2 CFR Part 200, and the audit rules and policies set forth by the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget. See 30 ILCS 708/65(c); 44 Ill. Admin. Code 7000.90.
Records
Grantee shall maintain for three (3) years from the date of submission of the final expenditure report, adequate books, all financial records and, supporting documents, statistical records, and all other records pertinent to this Award, adequate to comply with 2 CFR 200.334, unless a different retention period is specified in 2 CFR 200.334 or 44 Ill. Admin. Code 7000.430(a) and (b).
Account Identification
001-48260-1900-0000 (GRF) and 063-48260-1900-0000 (Federal)
Obligations
N/A
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$40,400 to $274,840
Program Accomplishments
1. Deliver risk reduction counseling to 100% of women screened. Risk reduction counseling includes appropriate referral to health coaching, community resources, or lifestyle programs. 2. Follow up with 100% of women with abnormal blood pressure values (greater than or equal to 120/80). 3. Ensure that 80% of women referred to a lifestyle program or health coaching participate in the program. Participation is defined as attendance at a minimum of one lifestyle program or coaching session. 4. Ensure that 60% of women who participate in a lifestyle program or health coaching complete the program. Completion is defined as the number of sessions that the evidence base for the program is determined to be required for behavior change.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
https://www.cdc.gov/wisewoman/1816-nofo.htm
Regional or Local Assistance Location
NA
Headquarters Office
535 W. Jefferson, 5th Floor, Springfield, IL 62761
Program Website
http://www.dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/life-stages-populations/womens-health-services/wisewoman-program
Example Projects
Grant funds are used for cardiovascular screening, health coaching, and referral to lifestyle programs, including Weight Watchers, YMCA, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), and Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program.
Published Date
6/28/2021
Funding By Fiscal Year
FY 2018 : $617,195
FY 2019 : $772,725
FY 2020 : $772,725
FY 2021 : $772,725
FY 2022 : $772,725
FY 2023 : $772,725
FY 2024 : $863,600
FY 2025 : $813,600
FY 2026 : $520,115
Federal Funding
Notice of Funding Opportunities
Agency IDAward RangeApplication Range
Agency IDGrantee NameStart DateEnd DateAmount
46180072LAsian Human Services Family Health Center, Inc.10/01/202309/30/2025515,620
46180074LCounty of McHenry10/01/202309/30/2025169,890
46180075LMercy Care Center10/01/202309/30/2025169,890
46180076LCounty of Montgomery - Health Department10/01/202309/30/2025150,530
46180077LStephenson County Health Department10/01/202309/30/2025146,150