Rural Health
Funding by Topic: Health workforce education and training

Student Leaders in Public Health Program Inactive
Awards for college students to support public health focused field placements and faculty-student collaborative projects. Field placements working with medically underserved, rural, and tribal populations are encouraged.

Wisconsin Community Health Internship Program (CHIP) Inactive
A summer internship for college students in Wisconsin. The internship provides hands-on opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to work with local health departments, tribal health centers, community health centers, and community service organizations.

Native American Summer Research Internship (NARI) Inactive
A 10-week paid summer research opportunity for Native American undergraduate junior and senior students who are interested in health science research and rural health. The internship is located at the University of Utah.

New Mexico AHEC Scholars Program Inactive
A multidisciplinary certificate program for health professions students in New Mexico that offers opportunities for hands-on training, experience in rural and underserved communities, and networking with other students and professionals.

Western Region Leadership Institute: Empowering Public Health and Primary Care Leaders Inactive
Leadership program for public health leaders in HHS Region 9 that is designed to develop public health and healthcare professionals through a an evidence-based approach grounded in adaptive and practical leadership. Individuals serving rural or medically underserved communities are encouraged to apply.

Rural Grocery Peer Groups Inactive
Peer learning groups designed for mutual support and knowledge exchange to foster a stronger, more connected rural grocery community.

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.

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.

North Carolina Medical Society Academy for Advanced Healthcare Leaders Inactive
An 8-month, project-based leadership development program tailored for practicing clinicians, residents, and healthcare administrators in North Carolina. The program focuses on enhancing leadership abilities by fostering meaningful connections, improving team dynamics, and driving change through individual initiatives. Past sessions have focused on rural health, population health, and community health centers.

Caring for Colorado Foundation Grants Inactive
Grants for projects in Colorado that enhance health, well-being, and opportunity for children, youth, and families in Colorado. Rural communities are a priority population.