https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/topics/leadership Rural Health & Human Services Funding by Topic: Leadership - Rural Health Information Hub en Copyright 2026 Rural Health Information Hub https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4067 Awards for organizational change ideas suggested by a team or individual employed by a Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative member hospital. Geographic coverage: Wisconsin -- Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative, Wipfli LLP https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4067 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:16:02 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4106 Financial support for individuals serving tribal communities who are interested in attending the Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health Summer or Winter Institute courses at the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Center for Indigenous Health https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4106 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:11:47 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3356 A summer internship for Native American and Alaska Native students who wish to learn more about the federal government and issues affecting tribal and federal relationships. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Morris K Udall and Stewart L Udall Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3356 Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:37:39 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6764 Honorary awards for leaders in Wisconsin who have made an impact on rural health in the last year. Geographic coverage: Wisconsin -- Wisconsin Office of Rural Health https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6764 Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4802 Award program that honors individuals, organizations, and collaborations that have made significant contributions to agricultural safety and health. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Agricultural Safety and Health Council of America https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4802 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:18:58 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6760 Honorary awards recognizing service to rural communities and healthcare in Montana. Geographic coverage: Montana -- Montana Office of Rural Health, Montana Rural Health Association https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6760 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6030 A multi-month educational opportunity designed to provide members of the emergency medical services (EMS) profession in Kentucky with the knowledge and skills necessary to take on significant roles and responsibilities in organizations. Geographic coverage: Kentucky -- Kentucky Office of Rural Health, University of Kentucky Center of Excellence in Rural Health https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6030 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:24:01 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5067 Honorary awards to recognize individuals and organizations that have provided exemplary service to communities in rural Maryland. Geographic coverage: Maryland -- Rural Maryland Council https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5067 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:38:22 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4560 A course designed to teach directors, clinic administrators, and other Rural Health Clinic leaders how to operate a successful Rural Health Clinic. Upon course completion and the attainment of an 80% or higher exam score, participants will earn certification. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4560 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:27:51 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5981 Monetary awards for outstanding programs, organizations, and individuals that are focused on helping people and communities in Florida achieve better health. Awards have been made for organizations in rural communities. Geographic coverage: Florida -- Florida Blue Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5981 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:36:29 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6736 Funding for community-driven maternal and infant health workforce projects in rural Hawaii. Geographic coverage: Eligible rural communities in Hawaii -- Hawaii State Rural Health Association https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6736 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5543 Funding for special emphasis extension projects at 1994 Land-Grant Institutions. Projects allow extension offices to be responsive to community needs through and address emerging issues such as agriculture productivity, public health and well-being, engaging tribal youth, economic development, and preparing the next generation of tribal agriculture leaders. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5543 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:17:53 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4722 Grants for non-land grant colleges of agriculture to assist in maintaining and expanding their capacity to conduct education, research, and outreach/extension activities related to food, agriculture, renewable resources, and similar disciplines. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4722 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:48:38 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/256 A fellowship program designed to develop the capacity of mid-career health professionals and behavioral and social scientists with an interest in health and healthcare policy. Individuals with unique perspectives are strongly encouraged to apply, and the foundation has an interest in rural. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Robert Wood Johnson Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/256 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:46:18 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6664 A leadership-based educational opportunity designed to support rural hospital officers who are navigating financial pressure, workforce shortages, operational complexity, and evolving healthcare regulations while providing essential healthcare to their communities. Geographic coverage: Texas -- Texas A&M University System, Texas State University System, Texas Tech University System, The University of Texas System, UTHealth Houston School of Public Health https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6664 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4672 Technical assistance and consultation services for selected applicants through a 3-year participation cycle. The program will assist rural health leaders and providers with implementation of best practices and evidenced-based models that improve performance and enhance care coordination to develop a local system of care. Geographic coverage: Counties in Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee that are served by the Delta Regional Authority. -- Delta Regional Authority, National Rural Health Resource Center https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4672 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:10:31 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5717 Honorary award to recognize an individual (physician or non-physician) who has made a major contribution to promoting Native American child health. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- American Academy of Pediatrics https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5717 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:58:59 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6583 A certification program designed to support and strengthen Rural Health Clinic leadership. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Rural Health Association https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6583 Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3603 Grants to tribal colleges and universities for research projects that address concerns and needs of tribal and reservation communities, including projects that focus on health, food, nutrition, and agricultural production research. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3603 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:51:14 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4516 2-year technical assistance program for rural hospitals to address financial and operational challenges and help maintain essential health services in rural communities. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Georgia Southern University Center for Public Health Practice and Research, Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4516 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:52:17 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6280 Funding for multistate, regional working groups focusing on creating resilient communities and economies, developing leadership and civic engagement, and promoting community health and wellness that integrates research and Extension programs. Geographic coverage: The 12 states in the north central region. -- North Central Regional Center for Rural Development https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6280 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:55:27 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6478 Training, technical assistance, and professional networking opportunities for community heath centers and organizations looking to become community health centers in Arizona. Geographic coverage: Arizona -- Arizona Alliance for Community Health Centers https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6478 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5857 Grants for transforming communities by investing in individuals, programs, and organizations throughout Colorado, including a focus on rural communities. Geographic coverage: Colorado -- Boettcher Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5857 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:41:27 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5337 Community Heart & Soul is a community development process that engages residents in identifying what matters most to the community and how to build lasting change. Activities and objectives are determined by communities, and projects have included volunteerism, healthcare access, social programs, transportation, broadband, and emergency preparedness, among others. Seed grants are offered to qualifying small cities and towns interested in implementing the Heart & Soul model. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Community Heart & Soul https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5337 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:55:41 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5225 A leadership and certification program for current Chief Financial Officers of rural hospitals. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Center for Rural Health Leadership, National Rural Health Association https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5225 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:42:23 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3795 Recognizes individuals or organizations in the public or private sector in Iowa who have made substantial, long-term contributions to the health and safety of Iowa's agricultural community. Geographic coverage: Iowa -- Iowa's Center for Agricultural Safety and Health https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3795 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:06:47 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5259 A 1-year fellowship program that trains and mobilizes leaders to work in rural and emerging communities to coordinate broadband development and digital inclusion. Geographic coverage: Available in 29 states. -- AmeriCorps, Lead for America https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5259 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:26:42 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5226 A leadership and certification program for current Chief Nursing Officers of rural hospitals. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Center for Rural Health Leadership, National Rural Health Association https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5226 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:11:08 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4958 A rural hospital leadership and certification program for current and future rural hospital CEOs. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Rural Health Association https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4958 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:11:09 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6279 Funding for land grant institutions extension programs working to create resilient communities and economies, developing leadership and civic engagement, and promoting community health and wellness in rural areas of the North Central Region of the U.S. Geographic coverage: The 12 states in the north central region. -- North Central Regional Center for Rural Development https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6279 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:32:50 -0600