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Funding by Topic: Rural Health Transformation Program

Summaries of funding programs are provided by RHIhub for your convenience. Please contact the funder directly for the most complete and current information.

Hawai'i Outreach for Medical Education in Rural Under-Resourced Neighborhoods (HOME RUN)
Funding to support a comprehensive rural healthcare workforce strategy focused on provider recruitment, provider retention, workforce development, mentorship, and healthcare access in rural Hawaii. The program is designed to strengthen Hawaii's healthcare workforce, improve access to care, and support long-term workforce sustainability in rural communities.
Geographic coverage: Hawaii
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
Sponsors: Hawaii and Pacific Basin Area Health Education Centers, Hilo Benioff Medical Center Foundation, John A. Burns School of Medicine
Hawaii Rural Pilina MAMA Grant: Maternal Health Advancement through Mālama and Action
Funding for community-driven maternal and infant health workforce projects in rural Hawaii.
Geographic coverage: Eligible rural communities in Hawaii
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
Sponsor: Hawaii State Rural Health Association
Puʻulu Lapaʻau Mini‑Grant Program for Rural Healthcare Professional Wellness Inactive
Mini‑grants designed to support programs that promote the health and well-being of healthcare professionals across rural Hawaii. Programs should implement evidence‑based and accessible wellness strategies addressing stress reduction, burnout prevention, and overall professional well-being.
Geographic coverage: Hawaii
Application Deadline: Jun 1, 2026
Sponsors: John A. Burns School of Medicine Area Health Education Center, Puʻulu Lapaʻau
Rural Health Transformation Program Inactive
Funding to states for innovative system-wide change designed to strengthen rural communities by improving healthcare access, quality, and outcomes.
Geographic coverage: 50 U.S. States
Application Deadline: Nov 5, 2025
Sponsors: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services