Community Health Grants

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 1,077 active community health grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

Community health grants fund local organizations that improve health where people live, focusing on prevention, access, and reducing barriers to care. Major funders include the CDC, HRSA, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and the American Heart Association, which all support community-based programs led by nonprofits, health departments, and clinics. These grants typically pay for outreach, chronic-disease prevention, health screenings, and partnerships that address the social conditions shaping health.

1,077 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What community health grants are open right now?

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Indiana Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Local Health Department Naloxone Grant (IN) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Indiana Department of Health Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Indiana…

Ranges from $11,000 - $125,000 per award
MICHIGAN HEALTH ENDOWMENT FUND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Local Impact Grants Program Funder: Michigan Health Endowment Fund Status: OPEN (ongoing program, most recent cycle Fall 2015) Geographic Scope: Michigan statewide Focus Areas: - Wellness and fitness…

Lutheran Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lutheran Foundation: Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lutheran Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Lutheran Foundation offers Community Grants…

LAURI STRAUSS LEUKEMIA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Marrow Donor Drives Overview: The foundation sponsors and organizes marrow donor drives in collaboration with The New York Blood Center. Status: Ongoing since 1990 Partner Organization: The New York…

MARSHALL FOUNDATION FOR COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Marshall Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marshall Foundation for Community Health Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Marshall Foundation for Community Health, established in 1974,…

Up to $100,000 total (distributed among multiple organizations)
BEAVER DAM COMMUNITY HOSPITALS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith Community Health Funding Program Funder: Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith Status: Active (most recent awards made January 2026) Geographic Scope: Rusk,…

Maryland Department of Health · Rolling / Open State

Maryland Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program Funded by the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) and the Maryland Cigarette Restitution Fund, this program provides grants to local…

HOLYOKE HEALTH CENTER INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

MassDevelopment Community Health Center Grant Program Funder: MassDevelopment (State of Massachusetts development finance agency) Award Amount: $22,034 (as awarded to HHC in 2022) Award Date: March…

HOLYOKE HEALTH CENTER INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

MassLeague Grant Award Funder: Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers (MassLeague) Award Amount: $46,000 (as awarded to HHC in 2022) Award Date: February 18, 2022 Overview Grants to support…

MICHIGAN HEALTH ENDOWMENT FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Maternal & Infant Health Initiative Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michigan Health Endowment Fund Amount: US $50,000 - US $300,000 Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Maternal & Infant…

Frequently Asked Questions

What grants are available for community health programs?

Community health funding supports prevention campaigns, chronic-disease management, mobile and free clinics, health screenings, and coalition-building. The CDC funds community-based prevention work, HRSA supports community and federally qualified health centers, and foundations fund neighborhood-level wellness initiatives. Many grants emphasize culturally appropriate programming and measurable improvements in local health outcomes.

Which foundations and agencies fund community health?

The CDC and HRSA are the leading federal funders, supporting health departments, community-based organizations, and clinics. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation funds healthy-communities and health-equity work, and the American Heart Association offers Community Impact Grants for cardiovascular health promotion and wellness programs. Regional health foundations and hospital community-benefit programs are also significant local sources.

Can small or grassroots organizations qualify for community health grants?

Yes. Many community health funders specifically prioritize small, community-based, and faith-based organizations rooted in the populations they serve. Federal programs like the CDC's community initiatives and foundation community grants are often open to local 501(c)(3) nonprofits, though some require partnerships with health departments or established health providers. Demonstrating community trust and measurable reach strengthens these applications.

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