https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/topics/wellness-health-promotion-and-disease-prevention Rural Health & Human Services Funding by Topic: Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention - Rural Health Information Hub en Copyright 2026 Rural Health Information Hub https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/1321 Funding for community-based oral health programs in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana, with special consideration given to programs that promote and/or provide oral healthcare access. Geographic coverage: Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana -- Delta Dental Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/1321 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:10:41 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4151 Monetary awards that recognize visionary leaders who contribute to the quality of life of individuals living in Appalachian Ohio. Geographic coverage: Ohio -- Foundation for Appalachian Ohio https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4151 Tue, 26 May 2026 16:13:12 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5998 Funding to support research designed to improve health in Native American populations. Proposed research may address health promotion, disease prevention, treatment, recovery, or services research to inform intervention implementation and dissemination, and it must engage tribal partners and communities. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Institute of Mental Health, National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5998 Fri, 22 May 2026 12:37:38 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/263 Grants for fire departments, EMS organizations, and fire academies for equipment, training, personnel wellness programs, capital funding, and collaboration/regional communication efforts. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Federal Emergency Management Agency, U.S. Department of Homeland Security https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/263 Wed, 20 May 2026 10:08:54 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5824 Funding to establish or expand programs that connect healthcare providers with food systems to provide fruits, vegetables, and traditional foods to eligible participants. Programs are expected to integrate clinical services with community-based food access strategies and community appropriate nutrition education that reflect community values and practices. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Indian Health Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5824 Wed, 20 May 2026 09:30:38 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5333 Funding for Tribal Epidemiology Centers (TECs) serving American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) tribes and Urban Indian communities. TECs will conduct disease surveillance, research, and prevention; control of disease, injury, or disability; and assess the effectiveness of AI/AN public health programs. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Indian Health Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5333 Tue, 19 May 2026 21:10:42 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4201 Grants to support improvement in the educational and developmental outcomes of children and youth in the most distressed communities. Projects should work to ensure school readiness, high school graduation, and access to a community-based continuum of high quality services. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- U.S. Department of Education https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4201 Mon, 18 May 2026 18:07:26 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3686 Funding to support projects that will increase the purchase of fruit and vegetables among low-income consumers who participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program by providing incentives at the point of purchase. Past awards have included projects that served tribal communities, rural and remote communities, or insular areas. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3686 Fri, 15 May 2026 16:14:29 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4654 Grants to support community-based projects in Colorado that focus on helping older adults maintain their health through self-help and lifestyle changes. This is a statewide fund, and organizations in rural and urban areas have received funding in the past. Geographic coverage: Colorado -- The Denver Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4654 Wed, 06 May 2026 11:18:50 -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/2403 Funding for community-based outreach education and extension programs at land-grant colleges and universities that provide individuals and families based in rural areas with education and information on health, wellness, and substance use prevention. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/2403 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:09:35 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3638 Grants for nonprofit organizations in Alabama working in the areas of health, human services, arts and culture, community development, education, and environmental stewardship. Geographic coverage: Alabama -- Alabama Power Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3638 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:08:08 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5277 Grants to support projects that improve health and well-being in communities in the Western Tidewater region of Virginia and North Carolina. The foundation focuses on populations experiencing barriers to health and well-being based on geographic location and other factors. Geographic coverage: Virginia, North Carolina -- Obici Healthcare Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5277 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:07:28 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4196 Grants for projects that improve health outcomes and decrease health disparities for South Carolina residents, especially the economically vulnerable. Health priorities include oral health, mental health, diabetes, healthcare access, workforce, and more. Geographic coverage: South Carolina -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4196 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:21:53 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/813 Provides grants to nonprofit organizations in the Kerr Foundation service area in the areas of education, health, cultural development, and human services. Geographic coverage: Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. Oklahoma organizations will receive first priority for available funds. -- Kerr Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/813 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:54:54 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6389 Grants to build stronger communities in Iowa and Wisconsin with focus on hunger, housing, transportation, workforce, environmental stewardship, and community safety and engagement. Geographic coverage: Iowa and Wisconsin -- Alliant Energy Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6389 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:35:15 -0500 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/305 Capital support for building purchase, construction, expansion, renovation, and/or land acquisition for Colorado organizations working in the areas of arts and culture; education; well-being of children, youth, and families; parks and recreation; and community development, among other things. Geographic coverage: Colorado -- Gates Family Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/305 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:37:41 -0600 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/6473 Technical assistance for organizations and agencies interested in building a resident service coordination program to support USDA 515 rental properties. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Housing Assistance Council https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/6473 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 08:30:04 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5620 Grants to support projects for youth ages 0 – 18 living within a 4-county service area that includes Lake, Muskegon, Newaygo, and Oceana counties in western Michigan. Geographic coverage: Michigan -- Gerber Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5620 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 13:36:36 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3157 Small grants to support health improvement projects in Arkansas. Geographic coverage: Arkansas -- Blue and You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3157 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:32:53 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5922 Funding for projects in the areas of education, economic opportunity, health, human services, arts and culture, and environment and conservation for organizations located in 23 counties of Eastern Texas and Miller County, Arkansas. Geographic coverage: 23 counties in Eastern Texas and 1 county in Arkansas -- T.L.L. Temple Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5922 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:14:40 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5681 Technical assistance and training for tribes that provides public health information, advocacy tools, policy analysis, and health promotion and disease prevention programming with the goal of elevating the health status of tribal citizens. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. (USET), USET Tribal Epidemiology Center https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5681 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:10:03 -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/3974 Grants for small capital projects and one-time investments for Alaska-based nonprofits and state/local government entities actively serving Alaskans. Geographic coverage: Alaska -- Rasmuson Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/3974 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:27:13 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5005 Grants to charitable organizations providing healthcare services in rural and urban areas of Utah. Geographic coverage: Utah -- George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5005 Fri, 28 Nov 2025 09:24:28 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/14 Grants for projects designed to impact arts and culture, community improvement/enrichment, economic development, education and literacy, environment, and healthy families within the Entergy Corporation service area. Geographic coverage: Communities within Entergy's service area in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas -- Entergy Corporation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/14 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:22:50 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4228 Grants to tribes and national, regional, or local Native American organizations that serve individuals in the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla tribes of Oregon and Washington. Funds may be used for small needs that surface throughout the year to support programs in the areas of public health, public safety, environmental protection, and gambling addiction, among others. Geographic coverage: Parts of Washington and all of Oregon -- Wildhorse Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/4228 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:33:51 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5332 Grants for nonprofit organizations working to improve economic and social well-being of rural communities in Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Geographic coverage: Rural communities in Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington -- AgWest Farm Credit https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5332 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:15:55 -0600 https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5417 Grants for projects that directly impact the health and well-being of Alaska Native people and communities, with preference given to the areas of access to care, children, behavioral health, and rural healthcare. Geographic coverage: Alaska -- Healthy Alaska Natives Foundation https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/funding/5417 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:40:55 -0600