Health Disparities Grants

Last updated October 15, 2026

Grantable tracks 872 active health disparities grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 33 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 491 list an award amount, with a median of $75K.

Grants tracked: 872; from 579 funders
Median award: $75K; middle half $20K–$250K
Total listed funding: $173.7M; across 491 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 16; 44 with a published date

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David Jones Peck, MD Scholarship for Health Equity Grant American Medical Association Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The David Jones Peck, MD Scholarship for Health Equity, offered by the American Medical Association Foundation, provides $10,000 in tuition assistance to medical students entering their final year.	Not published	$10K
Crail-Johnson Foundation - Health Grants The Crail-Johnson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Crail-Johnson Foundation focuses on enhancing the well-being of children and families in Los Angeles through grants aimed at Health, Human Services, and Education.	Not published	Varies
Opioid Response - Opioid and Stimulant Use Disorder Prevention and Education for Communities of Color (CA) Grant California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K The Opioid and Stimulant Use Disorder Prevention and Education for Communities of Color program aims to combat the disproportionate impact of substance use crises on BIPOC communities in California.	Not published	Up to $400K
1889 Foundation Discretionary Grants 1889 Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The 1889 Foundation Grant aims to enhance community health in Cambria and Somerset Counties through innovative initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Feasibility Studies to Inform the Design of Future Clinical Trials National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institutes of Health intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications that propose feasibility studies that could inform the design and conduct of subsequent definitive clinical trials (e.g.…	Forecast	Varies
Breast Cancer Assistance Program (BCAP) American Breast Cancer Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $200 – $250	Rolling	$200 – $250
Mano Amiga Program Grant Empresas Fonalledas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mano Amiga Program, initiated by the Plaza Las Américas Foundation and the Plaza Del Caribe Foundation, aims to enhance social conditions in Puerto Rico.	Not published	Varies
Post-COVID Conditions: Potential Causes, Assessment, Testing, Management, and Ongoing Research Grant The Pfizer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K This grant opportunity focuses on supporting educational initiatives aimed at primary care providers regarding post-COVID conditions.	Not published	Up to $150K
Pajaro Valley Community Health Trust Grant Pajaro Valley Community Health Trust · Foundation Not published · $15K The Pajaro Valley Community Health Trust Grant aims to foster health equity and wellness in the Pajaro Valley.	Not published	$15K
John Goldsmith Award Grant International Society For Environmental Epidemiology · Foundation Not published · Varies The John Goldsmith Award, established by the International Society for Environmental Epidemiology, honors Dr. John Goldsmith's legacy.	Not published	Varies
Building Capacity for Health Advocacy Grant RX Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies This grant program is open to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, or organizations with a suitable fiscal sponsor, anywhere in the United States. Grants will be awarded for up to five years in the amount of $150,000 annually.	Not published	Varies
Health Access Fund National Equal Justice Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports efforts to eliminate barriers to affordable preventive health care.	Not published	Varies
MIHEF Behavioral Health RFP Grant Michigan Health Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K The Michigan Health Endowment Fund is offering a Behavioral Health RFP aimed at improving access to high-quality mental health and substance use disorder care for Michigan residents, particularly children and older adults.	Not published	$50K – $500K
Child Health Research Awards Program Grant Charles H Hood Foundation · Foundation Not published · $200K The Child Health Research Awards Program, funded by the Charles H. Hood Foundation, aims to support young investigators in pediatric research.	Not published	$200K
Health Equity Grants For Addressing Social Determinates of Health (SDOH) Daisy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Daisy Foundation's Health Equity Grants aim to enhance the health outcomes of disadvantaged communities by funding nurse-led projects that address social determinants of health (SDoH).	Not published	Up to $10K
Community Health Partnerships (CHeP) Trailblazer Planning Grant Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Community Health Partnerships (CHeP) Trailblazer Planning Grant aims to foster community-university partnerships in Indiana to enhance health equity and address social determinants of health.	Not published	Up to $5K
Vincent C. Gray Health Equity Award District of Columbia Hospital Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The DCHA Vincent C. Gray Health Equity Award honors and recognizes individuals or organizations making health equity a reality in their community and leveraging engagement to improve health outcomes for those most impacted by health…	Not published	Varies
MutualOne Charitable Foundation Grant MutualOne Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The MutualOne Charitable Foundation, established in 1998, focuses on promoting charitable, educational, and civic purposes within its market area.	Not published	Up to $10K
Charitable Grants QueensCare · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 1998, QueensCare has provided grants to nonprofit partners working to expand access to care and improve health outcomes for Los Angeles County.	Not published	Varies
Minnesota Innovations in Perinatal Health Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K Applicants are encouraged to submit an optional, non-binding Letter of Intent (indicated above as Letter of Inquiry).Proposals will still be considered even if an applicant does not submit a Letter of Intent.	Not published	$10K – $40K
Women’s Lung Health Disparities Research Grant American College of Chest Physicians · Foundation Not published · Varies Applications must address important and timely issues surrounding women’s lung health, including, but not limited to, diseases such as COPD and lung cancer.	Not published	Varies
MetroWest Health Foundation Grant Metrowest Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $80K The MetroWest Health Foundation is dedicated to enhancing community health through innovative leadership. It focuses on health equity by addressing disparities in immigrant health, mental health, and vaccine access.	Not published	Up to $80K
Syringe Service Program Grant The Comer Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K The Syringe Service Program Grant, offered by The Comer Family Foundation, aims to enhance harm reduction initiatives by funding syringe access programs across the U.S. These programs provide sterile syringes, education, and support…	Not published	$3K – $20K
Arcora Foundation: Sponsorships Grant Delta Dental of Washington · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Arcora Foundation offers sponsorships ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to support Washington state organizations focused on reducing barriers to oral health care.	Not published	$1K – $10K

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About health disparities grants

Health disparities grants fund work to close gaps in health outcomes across racial, ethnic, geographic, and income lines. The CDC's Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) program is a flagship federal source, with NIH and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation also funding research and community programs focused on health equity. These grants typically support culturally tailored prevention, community partnerships, and applied research into the causes of inequity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do health disparities grants award?

Of the 872 health disparities grants Grantable lists as of October 15, 2026, 491 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $75K, and the middle half fall between $20K and $250K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most health disparities grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Institutes of Health (33), State of New Jersey Department of Health (17), The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (11), The Colorado Health Foundation (9), and Gilead Sciences, Inc. (7). In all, 579 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are health disparities grants due?

Of 872 grants listed, 16 accept applications on a rolling basis, 44 have a published upcoming deadline, 135 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 677 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 45% fall in October–December.

What grants are available to address health disparities?

Funding supports culturally appropriate prevention programs, community health initiatives, and research into the social and structural drivers of health gaps. The CDC's REACH program funds local programs that use proven strategies to reduce chronic-disease disparities, while NIH funds health-disparities and health-literacy research. Many grants emphasize community partnership and measurable reductions in outcome gaps.

Who funds health equity and disparities work?

The CDC is a central federal funder through REACH, which awards state and local health departments, tribes, universities, and community-based organizations. NIH funds disparities-focused research, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation funds health-equity research and programs, including community-driven research it has supported in partnership with other funders. Eligible applicants for many of these programs include nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and tribal entities.

Does this funding support research, programs, or both?

Both. Some funders, like NIH, emphasize research that explains why disparities exist and what interventions work, while programs like the CDC's REACH fund the delivery of community-based prevention. Foundations such as the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation fund a mix of research and on-the-ground community work. Matching your proposal to a funder's specific emphasis is key to a competitive application.

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