Grants for Rural Communities

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 250 Grants for Rural Communities — 37 open right now, across 94 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $150M. The next application deadline is November 18, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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250total grants
37open now
94agencies
$1K–$150Mfunding range
Nov 18next deadline
OPEN Hard to apply

Rural Health Network Development Program

The Rural Health Network Development program supports integrated health care networks that address health care needs of targeted rural communities.  Applicants may choose between two funding…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.912 ⏰ Mar 16, 2027 💰 $300,000 – $500,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Rural Residency Planning and Development Program

The Rural Residency Planning and Development (RRPD) program improves and expands rural health care access. It does this by developing new, accredited, sustainable rural residency programs,…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.746 ⏰ Mar 18, 2027 💰 up to $750,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Rural Communities Opioid Response Program – Evaluation

The purpose of the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP) - Evaluation is to evaluate the impact of rural behavioral health strategies and methods employed under…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.690 ⏰ Mar 23, 2027 💰 $5,000,000 – $5,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Rural Health Network Development Planning Program

The Rural Health Network Development Planning Program supports the planning and development of rural integrated health care networks with specific focus on collaboration of entities to…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.912 ⏰ Mar 23, 2027 💰 up to $100,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Program for States

This forecast is for CDC's Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Program for States, a cooperative agreement intended to support implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive public health approach…

🏛 Centers for Disease Control - NCIPC 📋 CFDA 93.136 ⏰ Apr 17, 2027 💰 $650,000 – $1,200,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Rural Maternity and Obstetrics Management Strategies Program

The purpose of the Rural Maternity and Obstetrics Management Strategies (Rural MOMS) program is to support collaborative improvement and innovation networks to improve access to and…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.912 ⏰ Apr 20, 2027 💰 up to $1,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Telehealth Nutrition Services Network Grant Program

The Telehealth Nutrition Services Network Grant Program will support telehealth networks that improve access to quality health care services through telehealth technology. This program will use…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.468 ⏰ May 1, 2027 💰 up to $300,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

WaterSMART Enhancing Water Resources Projects

The objective of the WaterSMART Enhancing Water Resources Projects funding opportunity is to invite eligible entities to apply for funding to implement projects per the authorizing…

🏛 Bureau of Reclamation 📋 CFDA 15.507 ⏰ Sep 8, 2027 💰 $50,000 – $3,000,000
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OPEN Moderate to apply

2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program

This announcement supports Executive Order 14276, Restoring America’s Seafood Competitiveness, by soliciting projects that support: workforce development for marine-related professions in marine science, aquaculture/mariculture, and maritime…

🏛 DOC NOAA - ERA Production 📋 CFDA 11.455 ⏰ May 1, 2028 💰 $15,000 – $75,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for rural communities are available?
Grantoria currently lists 250 grants for rural communities, of which 37 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is November 18, 2026 — about 29 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $150M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse grants for rural communities, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About grants for Rural Communities

Rural communities face unique infrastructure, healthcare, and economic challenges that require targeted federal support. Currently, 250 active grants address these needs through agencies like the Health Resources and Services Administration and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, focusing on public health, health equity, and rural development initiatives.

Most rural grants range from $100K to $692K and use competitive application processes. Primary recipients include 501(c)(3) charities, state governments, and nonprofits implementing capacity-building, program, and training initiatives. Filtering by funding agency, award size, and recipient type helps identify the most relevant opportunities for your organization's needs.