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News by Topic: Funding

Nov 4, 2026 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking comments on a new information collection titled "Loan Modernization Initiative." USDA Rural Development is developing an online loan application for direct loan assistance and will expand functionality for direct loans, guarantees, and grant making, as well as provide the ability for primary loan servicing application submission. Information collected will be used to ensure that program funds go only to eligible applicants and projects and will allow USDA to track that recipients stay eligible in accordance with program regulations. Comments are due by December 4, 2026.
Source: Federal Register
Nov 3, 2026 - Announces new funding for mental health and wellness programs in rural Tennessee. The funded programs will expand an existing program that places a mental health clinician in county health departments, as well as peer wellness programs to improve health outcomes. The expanded programs will be partially funded by the Rural Health Transformation Program.
Source: Tennessee Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services
Nov 2, 2026 - Announces the distribution of Rural Health Transformation Program funding in Ohio. Funded projects focus on increased access to care for children through school-based health centers as well as vision and oral health programs in schools.
Source: Office of Governor Mike DeWine
Oct 29, 2026 - Notice of final rule from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Housing Service (RHS) amending the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program (SFHGLP) regulations to allow the RHS to finance a single-family home with one or more income-producing Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU). This rule also clarifies the eligibility of properties with features designed to accommodate home-based operations using non-commercial real estate features. This rule is effective December 28, 2026.
Source: Federal Register
Oct 28, 2026 - Describes the Rural Grocery Initiative, an opportunity for legislators, funders, economic developers, and other stakeholders to visit with Kansas grocery stores to learn about their funding models, community programs, and challenges operating in rural communities.
Source: Rural Grocery Initiative, Kansas State University
Oct 26, 2026 - Wyoming has received funding to continue its home visiting program for pregnant women and families with young children, offering them connections to support and services. The program recently expanded and prioritizes families at risk of poor health outcomes, including rural residents.
Source: Wyoming Public Radio
Oct 23, 2026 - Describes a newly funded project aiming to increase the participation of rural communities in clinical research and strengthen research partnerships with rural areas across the Southwest. Planned clinical research studies will investigate using telehealth to manage chronic disease and the impact of community doulas on maternal health outcomes.
Source: UNM Health Sciences News
Oct 22, 2026 - Announces newly awarded Rural Health Transformation Program funding in Texas. Initiatives funded will address chronic disease conditions, recruiting and retaining healthcare workforce, and upgrading facilities and equipment.
Source: Office of Governor Greg Abbott
Oct 21, 2026 - Rural hospitals can apply for Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) grants through their states, but some are hesitant to sign up. Highlights areas of concern, including the lack of staff to complete the application process and sustainability of programs, among other things.
Source: The Daily Yonder
Oct 20, 2026 - The University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute (UWPHI) has secured new funding to sustain aspects of the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps (CHR&R) program, including the nationwide county-level data and What Works for Health. The program will also support an expanded focus in Wisconsin and Minnesota through enhanced data resources, new evidence tools, and an initiative designed to strengthen connections and collaboration among organizations.
Source: County Health Rankings & Roadmaps