3. SUMMARY (cont’d.): On May 19, 2026, HHS, HRSA issued a partial NOA in the

Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners · 2026-07-07 · agenda_item

Palm Beach County is planning to use grant funding to provide Rapid Entry to Care (REC) services and Health Insurance Premium Assistance (HIPS) to residents. This initiative aims to reduce HIV/AIDS infections and ensure continuity of care for individuals affected by recent changes to the Florida AIDS Drug Assistance Program. The program plans to serve approximately 800 County residents with HIV/AIDS. The grant funding is for a budget period from March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027. While no County match funds are required, the grant does require the County to maintain local expenditures for HIV/AIDS related services. This project is currently under review and will involve the provision of health services and administrative support. Local businesses that provide health services, administrative support, and related supplies may find opportunities as this program is implemented.

grant amount

1,455,339 $

budget period

March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027

goal reduction

90 %

target year

2030

estimated residents served

800

affected individuals

1,568

previous year clients served

812

previous year retention rate

89 %

previous year viral suppression rate

70 %

goal year

2030