Jerry Karbeling Award
Recognizes an individual who has demonstrated successful activism for improving rural health and a commitment to community service in Iowa.
Geographic coverage: Iowa
Application Deadline: Oct 26, 2018
Sponsor: Iowa Rural Health Association

Dr. Alan J. Allery Health Research Award Inactive
Awards for two promising American Indian students, one graduate and one undergraduate, in recognition of research dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Native Americans throughout the country.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide, with a preference for North Dakota.
Application Deadline: Oct 12, 2018
Sponsor: University of North Dakota Center for Rural Health

NOSORH Awards Inactive
Awards given by the National Organization of State Office of Rural Health (NOSORH). NOSORH membership is required for some of the awards.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2018
Sponsor: National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health

National Rural Health Day Community Stars Inactive
Honors individuals and organizations working in and serving rural communities and supporting rural health collaboration, communication, education, or innovation. Community Stars are featured in an electronic publication that is released on National Rural Health Day each year.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Aug 24, 2018
Sponsor: National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health

Ron Nelson Award Inactive
Recognizes and honors an outstanding leader and promoter of Rural Health Clinics.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Aug 15, 2018
Sponsor: National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Colorado Rural Health Excellence Award Inactive
Recognizes individuals who have made notable contributions to health, healthcare, or a healthcare delivery system in rural Colorado.
Geographic coverage: Colorado
Application Deadline: Aug 1, 2018
Sponsor: Colorado Rural Health Center

Oregon Rural Health Hero of the Year Award Inactive
Honors a person, program, or organization that has improved the quality or availability of healthcare in rural Oregon.
Geographic coverage: Oregon
Application Deadline: Jun 22, 2018
Sponsor: Oregon Office of Rural Health

Smart Rural Community Showcase Award Inactive
Honors rural communities that have achieved high levels of broadband activity and have used it to support innovative practices in industry sectors, such as healthcare, safety and security, and economic development.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Jun 15, 2018
Sponsor: NTCA: The Rural Broadband Association

National Health Security Award Inactive
An honorary award that recognizes local health departments that have demonstrated significant accomplishments in implementing health security-related initiatives within their jurisdictions.
Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Jun 1, 2018
Sponsors: National Association of County and City Health Officials, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response

Missouri Aim for Excellence Award Inactive
Recognizes hospitals in Missouri for their accomplishments, innovations, and outcomes for projects that address at least one of the three Triple Aim principles, which are population, quality, and cost/value.
Geographic coverage: Missouri
Application Deadline: May 7, 2018
Sponsor: Missouri Hospital Association