Health Equity Grants for Rural Communities

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 46 Health Equity Grants for Rural Communities — 10 open right now, across 14 funding agencies. Award amounts range $100K to $19.18M. The next application deadline is January 7, 2027. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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46total grants
10open now
14agencies
$100K–$19.18Mfunding range
Jan 7next deadline
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Fiscal Year 2027 Regional Nutrition Hubs

Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Regional Nutrition Hubs (RNH) will support region-specific technical assistance (TA) on expanding high-quality nutrition services to the Health Resources and Services Administration's…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.129 ⏰ Oct 20, 2026 💰 $1,000,000 – $1,000,000
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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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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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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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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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RFA-TP-18-000

Submit application as necessary for Type 6 Applications

🏛 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA 📋 CFDA 93.136 ⏰ Sep 30, 2030
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RFA-CC-18-000

Submit application as necessary for Type 6 Applications.

🏛 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA 📋 CFDA 93.136 ⏰ Sep 30, 2030
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Frequently asked questions

How many health equity grants for rural communities are available?
Grantoria currently lists 46 health equity grants for rural communities, of which 10 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 January 7, 2027 — about 79 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 $100K to $19.18M, 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 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 Health Equity Grants for Rural Communities

Rural health organizations nationwide access 7,381 active grants designed to strengthen equity and access in underserved areas. Award sizes typically range from $250,000 to $500,000, with the Health Resources and Services Administration among the leading funders in this space. These grants support critical infrastructure and service gaps that rural communities face.

The vast majority of opportunities—96 percent—use competitive application models, meaning rigorous review processes that reward strong proposals. Most grants fund capacity building, program implementation, or research initiatives, with only 7 percent requiring cost-sharing arrangements. To focus your search, filtering by support type will help you identify grants aligned with your organization's immediate needs and strategic priorities.