Rural Health
Funding by Topic: Healthcare needs and services
Summaries of funding programs are provided by RHIhub for your convenience. Please contact the funder directly for the most complete and current information.
Indiana and Illinois Rural Health Scholarship Program
Full, in-state undergraduate tuition scholarships for students with an interest in primary care medicine in rural Indiana or Illinois to attend Indiana State University with the expectation of attending Indiana University School of Medicine after graduation.
Full, in-state undergraduate tuition scholarships for students with an interest in primary care medicine in rural Indiana or Illinois to attend Indiana State University with the expectation of attending Indiana University School of Medicine after graduation.
Geographic coverage: Indiana and Illinois
Application Deadline: Dec 15, 2026
Sponsors: Indiana State University, Indiana University School of Medicine
Application Deadline: Dec 15, 2026
Sponsors: Indiana State University, Indiana University School of Medicine
Rocky Mountain Power Foundation Grants
Grants for organizations in the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation service area, with a focus on community enhancement, safety/wellness, environment, arts/culture, and education.
Grants for organizations in the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation service area, with a focus on community enhancement, safety/wellness, environment, arts/culture, and education.
Geographic coverage: Service area of the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation in Idaho, Wyoming, and Utah
Application Deadline: Dec 15, 2026
Sponsor: Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Application Deadline: Dec 15, 2026
Sponsor: Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Virginia Rural Health Innovation Grants
Grants to support technology-enabled approaches that improve the health and wellness of youth under age 18 in rural Virginia.
Grants to support technology-enabled approaches that improve the health and wellness of youth under age 18 in rural Virginia.
Geographic coverage: Virginia
Application Deadline: Dec 17, 2026
Sponsor: Virginia Foundation for Healthy Youth
Application Deadline: Dec 17, 2026
Sponsor: Virginia Foundation for Healthy Youth
Georgia Dual Track Rural Medical and Dental Clinic Establishment Grant
Funding to support the establishment of new clinics in designated rural Georgia counties, with the specific intent to increase access to medical and dental services in medically underserved rural areas and provide clinical rotation sites for medical and dental school students.
Funding to support the establishment of new clinics in designated rural Georgia counties, with the specific intent to increase access to medical and dental services in medically underserved rural areas and provide clinical rotation sites for medical and dental school students.
Geographic coverage: Georgia
Application Deadline: Dec 18, 2026
Sponsors: Georgia Department of Community Health, Georgia State Office of Rural Health
Application Deadline: Dec 18, 2026
Sponsors: Georgia Department of Community Health, Georgia State Office of Rural Health
Pennsylvania J-1 Visa Waiver Program
Offers a J-1 visa waiver to foreign physicians who commit to serving for 3 years in an underserved area of Pennsylvania, allowing them to remain in the United States.
Offers a J-1 visa waiver to foreign physicians who commit to serving for 3 years in an underserved area of Pennsylvania, allowing them to remain in the United States.
Geographic coverage: Pennsylvania
Application Deadline: Dec 18, 2026
Sponsor: Pennsylvania Department of Health
Application Deadline: Dec 18, 2026
Sponsor: Pennsylvania Department of Health
Arkansas J-1 Visa Waiver Program
Offers a J-1 visa waiver to foreign physicians who commit to serving for 3 years in an approved area of Arkansas, allowing them to remain in the United States.
Offers a J-1 visa waiver to foreign physicians who commit to serving for 3 years in an approved area of Arkansas, allowing them to remain in the United States.
Geographic coverage: Arkansas
Application Deadline: Dec 30, 2026
Sponsor: Arkansas Department of Health
Application Deadline: Dec 30, 2026
Sponsor: Arkansas Department of Health
Wyoming Agricultural Community Mental Health Vouchers
Vouchers for up to 6 counseling sessions for individuals working in agriculture, rodeo, and/or farming communities in Wyoming.
Vouchers for up to 6 counseling sessions for individuals working in agriculture, rodeo, and/or farming communities in Wyoming.
Geographic coverage: Wyoming
Application Deadline: Dec 30, 2026
Sponsor: Wyoming Department of Agriculture
Application Deadline: Dec 30, 2026
Sponsor: Wyoming Department of Agriculture
Kansas Bridging Plan
Loan forgiveness for resident physicians working in primary care, obstetrics and gynecology, and psychiatry who agree to a continuous 36-month service contract to work in rural areas of Kansas.
Loan forgiveness for resident physicians working in primary care, obstetrics and gynecology, and psychiatry who agree to a continuous 36-month service contract to work in rural areas of Kansas.
Geographic coverage: Kansas
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center
NACCHO's Model Practices Award
Recognizes and honors outstanding local public health officials and practices in the United States.
Recognizes and honors outstanding local public health officials and practices in the United States.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
Sponsor: National Association of County and City Health Officials
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
Sponsor: National Association of County and City Health Officials
Solid Waste Management Grants
Funds for organizations to provide technical assistance and/or training to improve the planning and management of solid waste sites in rural areas.
Funds for organizations to provide technical assistance and/or training to improve the planning and management of solid waste sites in rural areas.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide and U.S. territories
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
Sponsors: U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA Rural Development, USDA Rural Utilities Service
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
Sponsors: U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA Rural Development, USDA Rural Utilities Service