Rural Health & Human Services News by Topic: Community and economic development - Rural Health Information Hub

IDHW Director: Rural Health Grant May Be 'Economic Opportunity' for Small Communities

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Highlights non-healthcare industries in Idaho that may benefit from Rural Health Transformation Program funding. Discusses the promotion being done by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare to promote funding opportunities to these industries.

RHS: Notice of Recission of Funding Opportunity for the Rural Community Development Initiative (RCDI) for Fiscal Year 2025

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Notice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Housing Service rescinding the July 8, 2025, notice announcing that RHS was accepting applications for the Rural Community Development Initiative (RCDI) for fiscal year 2025. USDA Rural Development is currently updating the program's notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) to ensure it reflects existing guidance in addition to new policy and program priorities that have emerged since the original publication. Applications submitted under this NOFO will not advance further in the review process. Applicants will be required to submit a new application once a future RCDI NOFO is issued.

What Texas Can Teach Us About the Crisis in Primary Care

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Describes primary care challenges in Texas and discusses how those challenges are reflected in primary care nationally. Challenges discussed include access to care, clinician administrative burden, workforce, and coordinating reform efforts. Notes that primary care in rural, frontier, and underserved regions of Texas support community stability and vitality. Highlights broad policy options for supporting primary care.

Smaller Wisconsin Communities Hope Federal Cleanup Grants Can Jumpstart Reuse of Local Land

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Discusses how federal funds for brownfield cleanup projects benefits economic development in small communities. Points to previously funded projects in Wisconsin that led to a new healthcare facility, housing, and more.

RBCS: Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Intermediary Relending Program for Fiscal Year 2026

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Rural Business-Cooperative Service invites applications for the Intermediary Relending Program (IRP) for fiscal year 2026. IRP provides direct loans to intermediaries for the establishment of revolving loan programs that are then used to provide loans to ultimate recipients for business facilities and community developments in rural areas. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis and compete for available funds on a quarterly basis. Future notices of funding availability for this program will be published on the program website, without notice in the Federal Register.

How a Hospital Is Helping Solve a Hometown Housing Shortage

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Describes a rural hospital program aiming to improve workforce recruitment by increasing the community's affordable housing supply. Discusses program funding and community demographic shifts.

Yager, UC Leaders Building Rural Healthcare Grant Strategy

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500

A Tennessee state Senator is meeting with rural mayors to prepare communities eligible to apply for Rural Health Transformation Funds (RHTP). Describes eligible and ineligible activities for RHTP funding.

In Focus: Hospitals Serve as Anchor Institutions in Rural Communities

Sun, 31 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Describes the economic impact of hospitals on rural communities with a focus on Wisconsin. Discusses community engagement, workforce training, and rural livability as factors influencing the recruitment of healthcare workforce.

Louisiana Launches Rural Tech Catalyst Fund to Advance Rural Health Care Innovation

Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Announces new funding for rural health work that expands workforce capacity; supports startup growth and private investment; strengthens technology infrastructure; builds pathways for piloting and scaling solutions; and creates partnerships between government, providers, and industry. Supported by the state's Rural Health Transformation Program plan.

RBCS: Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Rural Business Developmental Grants-Rural Transportation System for Fiscal Year 2026

Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBCS) invites applications for the Technical Assistance for passenger Rural Transportation systems under the Rural Business Developmental grant program for fiscal year (FY) 2026. Program guidance and application forms are available on USDA's website.

UA Helps Arizona Rural Communities Access Health Funds

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The University of Arizona's Center for Rural Health is helping organizations in rural and tribal areas apply for funds provided through the Arizona Rural Health Transformation Program. The Center has published a toolkit and can provide letters of support to organizations writing grant applications.

RBCS: Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Rural Business Developmental Grants for Fiscal Year 2026

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBCS) is accepting applications for grants under the Rural Business Development Grant Program for fiscal year 2026. Program guidance and application forms are available on USDA's website.

RUS: Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Community Connect Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2026

Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Rural Utilities Service (RUS) announces the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Community Connect Grant Program for fiscal year 2026. The Community Connect Grant Program provides financial assistance to eligible applicants who will provide service at or above the broadband grant speed to all premises in rural, economically challenged communities where broadband service does not exist. Program guidance and application forms are available on USDA's website.