Health Equity Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 87 Health Equity Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) — 32 open right now, across 20 funding agencies. Award amounts range $20K to $50M. The next application deadline is November 1, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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87total grants
32open now
20agencies
$20K–$50Mfunding range
Nov 1next deadline
OPEN 25 days left Hard to apply

DoW Toxic Exposures Investigator Initiated Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 Toxic Exposures Research Program (TERP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) is intended to support studies that will make an important contribution toward…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Nov 19, 2026
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OPEN 37 days left Hard to apply

CDC National Centers of Excellence in Youth Violence Prevention (YVPCs): Rigorous Evaluation of Prevention Approaches to Prevent and Reduce Youth Violence

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) seeks investigator-initiated research proposals to expand the evidence base for…

🏛 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA 📋 CFDA 93.136 ⏰ Dec 1, 2026 💰 up to $1,200,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Bridge2AI Network for AI Health Science

The purpose of this forecast is to inform the research community that the NIH Common Fund, along with its partner NIH Institutes, Centers, and Offices, is…

🏛 National Institutes of Health 📋 CFDA 93.310 ⏰ Mar 1, 2027 💰 $1,000,000 – $7,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

DHQP Global NOFO

The proposed international hybrid Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) will link non-research implementation with targeted research that advances CDC's mission to address antimicrobial resistance (AR) across…

🏛 Centers for Disease Control - NCEZID 📋 CFDA 93.318 ⏰ May 20, 2027
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Frequently asked questions

How many health equity grants for colleges (all higher ed) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 87 health equity grants for colleges (all higher ed), of which 32 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 1, 2026 — about 7 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 $20K to $50M, 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 health equity grants for colleges (all higher ed), 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 Health Equity Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)

The National Institutes of Health funds groundbreaking health equity research at colleges nationwide, from community health interventions to disparities-focused studies. This collection includes 7,403 active grants specifically targeting higher education institutions pursuing health equity work, making it a robust resource for institutions ready to compete for federal support.

Most awards in this category range from $245K to $500K and operate through competitive selection processes—meaning rigorous peer review but no cost-sharing requirements, lowering institutional barriers to entry. To sharpen your search, filter by support type (Research, Capacity Building, or Program) to align opportunities with your institution's strategic priorities and current capabilities.