Expanding Care: Doula Program Request for Information (RFI)
Oklahoma State Department of Health
At a glance
What this opportunity covers
An Oklahoma RHTP request for input from doula and maternal health stakeholders to shape the design and cost of the state's RHTP doula program.
Funding & applicants
Key dates
Tribal Nations and Native organizations
Tribes aren't named, but the listing is open to health care providers, which can include tribal governments and tribal health programs. Confirm with the issuing agency.
“3 The RHTP Doula Program will provide funding to expand access to doulas for rural Oklahomans, including doula training opportunities, provider and public education, and doula support networks 4 About the opportunity $2.5M in funding is available to fund the four distinct components of the doula program 1.”
From the RFA
Quoted from the solicitation document (open the document). Always confirm with the official source before applying.
Dates in the RFA
- WebinarJuly 8th, 2026
Who can apply
3 The RHTP Doula Program will provide funding to expand access to doulas for rural Oklahomans, including doula training opportunities, provider and public education, and doula support networks 4 About the opportunity $2.5M in funding is available to fund the four distinct components of the doula program 1. Expand training opportunities to prospective doulas who would serve rural communities in Oklahoma across pre-conception, pre- natal, birthing, and post-natal periods, using an approved curriculum and ensuring that trainees are credentialed, enrolled, and trained in Medicaid claims processes 2. Provide awareness-building and education for expecting parents to better understand doula care,… Read the full section
the support it provides, and the opportunities to have care covered via insurance 3. Build stronger partnerships between other maternal health providers (e.g., OB/GYN) and doula providers, including education about the role of doulas, resources to clarify referral processes, etc. 4. Facilitate peer community and support for doulas across Oklahoma to compare learnings and best practices (e.g., care strategies, support with billing), receive support from peers, and potentially provide shared services for independent doulas (e.g., billing co-op or shared resources for managing claims) 1 2 3 4 5 Timeline The Doula Program NOFO was released on June 22nd, deploying $2.5M+ of RHTP funding NOFO released ($2.5M) Applications due at 11:59 PM CT to OSDH Notice of award released 6/22/26 Aug/Sept 2026 Deadline to spend funds and submit for reimbursement 7/31/27 FAQ submissions close at 11:59 PM CT 7/8/26 7/27/26 6 Eligibility Applicants must meet key requirements to apply Applicants must… 1. See Attachment A for a list of eligible communities and rural counties 2. Organizations may apply through a fiscal sponsorship arrangement, though the sponsored organization must still meet the above eligibility criteria. See NOFO for full details. 3. Insurance requirements vary by program activity. See Subrecipient Terms and Conditions for full requirements. • Demonstrate a track record of successful doula programming and partnerships in rural communities • Deliver program services supported by this award solely in eligible OK rural communities 1 , except for select remote services (e.g., online training modules) • Have an active Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) & maintain registration in SAM.gov 2 Applicants requesting exceptions to financial or administrative requirements should submit the Subrecipient Contract Requested Exceptions form, found in Attachment D • Not be suspended, debarred, or otherwise excluded from receiving federal funds • Have an active Certificate of Insurance 3 • Maintain relevant licenses and/or certifications as required by the State of Oklahoma and its regulatory bodies to perform proposed program activities (e.g., training doulas), if applicable 7 Application Applications must be submitted via Smartsheet • Submission details: Submit all applications online at
How to apply
All questions will be recorded and answered via publicly posted FAQs on the Oklahoma RHTP website after the webinar. Questions can be submitted through the website until 11:59 PM on July 8th, 2026.
Program geography
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