Rural Health Funding & Opportunities: Health conditions

Iowa Hospital Education and Research Foundation Health Care Careers Scholarship Program Inactive
Scholarships for students in Iowa seeking careers in high-need healthcare fields.

Geographic coverage: Iowa
Application Deadline: Feb 15, 2026
Sponsor: Iowa Hospital Association

Cancer Health Research Centers (CHERCs) Inactive
Funding to support the formation of Cancer Health Research Centers (CHERCs) which are designed to achieve improved cancer health outcomes and reduce cancer mortality. Access to healthcare in rural communities is a program priority.

Geographic coverage: Nationwide and U.S. Territories
Letter of Intent (Required): Feb 9, 2026
Application Deadline: Jun 1, 2026
Sponsor: American Cancer Society

IHS Rick Smith Injury Prevention Award Inactive
Award that recognizes contributions in the field of injury and violence prevention that have led to improved public health for American Indians and Alaska Natives.

Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Feb 6, 2026
Sponsor: Indian Health Service

American Heart Association Midwest Rural Communities Grant Inactive
Grants for rural organizations working outside of healthcare but interested in supporting community health in the Midwest Region.

Geographic coverage: The American Heart Association Midwest Region
Application Deadline: Jan 30, 2026
Sponsor: American Heart Association

Outpace CVD Rural Midwest Healthcare Grant Inactive
Grants for outpatient care sites in the rural Midwest that are working to manage chronic disease and prevent cardiovascular disease.

Geographic coverage: The American Heart Association Midwest Region
Application Deadline: Jan 30, 2026
Sponsor: American Heart Association

Texas Blue Impact Grants Inactive
Funding to support projects that focus on building healthier communities in Texas.

Geographic coverage: Texas
Application Deadline: Jan 30, 2026
Sponsor: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas

2026 Risk Reduction Learning Collaborative: Tribally Led Health Programs & Urban Indian Organizations Inactive
A collaborative learning opportunity for tribally-led health programs and urban Indian organizations to enhance their capacity to lead local initiatives to reduce Alzheimer's/dementia risk and improve brain health.

Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Jan 16, 2026
Sponsors: Alzheimer's Association, Association of State and Territorial Health Officials, National Association of County and City Health Officials

Minnesota Pediatric Primary Care Mental Health Training Grant Inactive
Grants for the development of new or existing pediatric mental health training programs that are located in outpatient primary care clinics in Minnesota.

Geographic coverage: Minnesota
Application Deadline: Jan 16, 2026
Sponsor: Minnesota Department of Health - Office of Rural Health and Primary Care

Minnesota Alzheimer's Awareness Grants Inactive
Funding to develop and implement public information campaigns to provide awareness of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) in Minnesota. Populations of focus include small towns, rural communities, people with disabilities, and other populations across greater Minnesota that have a prevalence of dementia risk factors.

Geographic coverage: Minnesota
Application Deadline: Jan 8, 2026
Sponsor: Minnesota Department of Health

NACCHO's Model Practices Award Inactive
Recognizes and honors outstanding local health officials and practices in the United States.

Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2025
Sponsor: National Association of County and City Health Officials

Rural Health Funding by Topic: Health conditions

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Funding by Topic: Health conditions