Rural Health Network Advancement Program
Can you apply?
This grant is for rural health organizations seeking to strengthen collaboration and infrastructure. Eligible applicants include rural hospitals, critical access hospitals, rural health clinics, and rural health networks. The program supports planning and implementation of joint activities across rural providers.
Geographic focus is limited to rural areas as defined by HRSA. Activities must address health care delivery challenges in rural communities. Projects typically involve multiple organizations working together on shared infrastructure or services.
The program does not fund direct patient care. Instead it supports organizational development and network coordination. Applicants must demonstrate community engagement and rural health expertise.
Key dates
- Dec 11, 2025 Applications open
- Jun 24, 2026 Application deadline in 23 days
- Aug 1, 2026 Award announced
- Sep 30, 2026 Project start
This grant is for rural health organizations seeking to strengthen collaboration and infrastructure. Eligible applicants include rural hospitals, critical access hospitals, rural health clinics, and rural health networks. The program supports planning and implementation of joint activities across rural providers.
Geographic focus is limited to rural areas as defined by HRSA. Activities must address health care delivery challenges in rural communities. Projects typically involve multiple organizations working together on shared infrastructure or services.
The program does not fund direct patient care. Instead it supports organizational development and network coordination. Applicants must demonstrate community engagement and rural health expertise.
Program description
The Rural Health Network Advancement Program is a pilot initiative to support networks comprised of independent rural hospitals and clinics in integrated network collaboration. It bridges support to offset small scale structural barriers that make it difficult for rural providers to compete in an increasingly consolidated health care system landscape and is designed to help bring economic efficiencies to small independent rural entities by expanding and enhancing their ability to strengthen operations, preserve existing services, and build new lines of care through integrated network collaboration that preserves local autonomy.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- Community Health Center
- County Government
- Hospital
- Nonprofits
- Private University
- Public Authority
- Public K-12 School
- Public University
- Rural Health Clinic
- Small Business (SBA-defined)
- Special District
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Demographic focus
Details
This grant is for rural health organizations seeking to strengthen collaboration and infrastructure. Eligible applicants include rural hospitals, critical access hospitals, rural health clinics, and rural health networks. The program supports planning and implementation of joint activities across rural providers.
Geographic focus is limited to rural areas as defined by HRSA. Activities must address health care delivery challenges in rural communities. Projects typically involve multiple organizations working together on shared infrastructure or services.
The program does not fund direct patient care. Instead it supports organizational development and network coordination. Applicants must demonstrate community engagement and rural health expertise.
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- SF-424 Supplement (Assurances and Certifications)
- Project Narrative (typically 20 pages max)
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Letters of Commitment from Partner Organizations
- Evidence of Rural Health Provider Status
- Organizational Financial Documents
Program contact
- 👤 Maribel Nunez
- 📧 mnunez@hrsa.gov
- 📞 301-443-0466
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.912 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$70,177,717
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$59,045,122
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$27,083,330
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$27,032,585
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$25,676,176
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$15,000,000
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$12,672,053
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$12,005,244
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$8,524,119
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$7,524,844
Top States by Funding
- MN 7 awards $111.3M
- MD 2 awards $71.7M
- KY 7 awards $49.1M
- NY 3 awards $31.7M
- VT 2 awards $30.1M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.912). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $47,951,750 | |
| 2025 | $48,828,443 | |
| 2026 est. | $48,828,443 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Rural hospitals, critical access hospitals, rural health clinics, and consortia of rural health providers. Eligible entities must be located in rural areas and be engaged in health care delivery.
What activities does this grant fund?
Planning and implementation of collaborative health care initiatives. Examples include network development, shared services, workforce training, and health information technology projects.
What is the typical funding range?
Award amounts vary. Check the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for specific ranges. Grants typically support multi-year projects.
How competitive is this grant?
Very competitive. HRSA receives many applications. Strong proposals demonstrate clear rural health impact and meaningful provider collaboration.
When is the deadline?
Check Grants.gov and the HRSA website for the current funding opportunity. Deadlines vary by funding cycle.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Demonstrate strong letters of commitment from all participating organizations and providers.
- Show how your project addresses specific rural health challenges in your region.
- Include measurable outcomes that demonstrate impact on rural health care delivery.
- Highlight how your network will sustain operations beyond the grant funding period.
- Align your project with HRSA priority areas such as workforce development or health information technology.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Many applications lack clear evidence of genuine collaboration among rural health providers. Weak evaluation plans fail to define specific, measurable outcomes tied to rural health improvement.
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