Health Disparities Grants

Last updated October 15, 2026

Grantable tracks 872 active health disparities grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 34 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; 45 with a published date

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Forecast to Publish a Funding Opportunity Announcement for EmbraceHealth Clinical Research Network to Reduce Health Disparities – Coordinating Center National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for the Coordinating Center for the EmbraceHealth Clinical Research Network.	Forecast	Varies
The Duke Endowment: Health Care Grant The Duke Endowment · Foundation Not published · Varies The Duke Endowment's Health Care Grant aims to enhance health equity in North and South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Prevent Cancer Foundation- Community Grants Prevent Cancer Foundation aka Cancer Research & Prevention Fndn · Foundation Not published · $100K The Prevent Cancer Foundation is launching a $100,000 community grant program for 2024-2026, focusing on patient navigation for cancer prevention and early detection.	Not published	$100K
Commonwealth Foundation- Open Grants Call Commonwealth Foundation · Foundation Not published · £15,000 - £30,000 The Commonwealth Foundation's Open Grants Call invites proposals from registered not-for-profit civil society organizations (CSOs) in eligible Commonwealth member countries.	Not published	£15,000 - £30,000
MEHAF: Community Responsive Grants Program Maine Health Access Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Maine Health Access Foundation (MeHAF) offers the Community Responsive Grants Program, which promotes community-led solutions to health care challenges in Maine.	Not published	Up to $50K
MCH Strategic Initiatives Grant Indiana Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Varies The Indiana State Department of Health became the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) in July 2021 after the Governor signed legislation updating the agency's statute.	Not published	Varies
CF Research Innovation Awards: Independent Research Grant The Vertex Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $750K The Vertex Foundation's CF Research Innovation Awards promote innovative research in cystic fibrosis (CF) by supporting early-career researchers.	Not published	$750K
Sickle Cell Disease Community Outreach Program and Education SCD COPE NOFA Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Varies The Department awards grants from State appropriations, federal awards, and other funding sources.	Not published	Varies
John Muir Community Health Fund (CHF) Grant John Muir Health · Foundation Not published · Varies The John Muir Community Health Fund (CHF) Grant focuses on enhancing health care access for underserved populations in Central and East Contra Costa County.	Not published	Varies
Advocate Bethany Community Health Fund Advocate Sherman Hospital · Foundation Not published · $1M Grants are awarded only to organizations and for activities located within these defined community boundaries as established by the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development.	Not published	$1M
The Frist Foundation Grant The Frist Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Frist Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the quality of life in Nashville and Middle Tennessee by funding nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Impact100 Garden State Grant Impact100 Garden State · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Impact100 Garden State Grant aims to support innovative projects that enhance the well-being of underserved populations in various focus areas, including Arts & Culture, Education, Health & Wellness, and Environmental Preservation.	Not published	Up to $100K
Hogs for the Cause Family Grants for Pediatric Brain Cancer Hogs for the Cause Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provides direct financial grants to families whose children are battling pediatric brain cancer to help fill the gap between what families can afford and what insurance provides.	Rolling	Varies
Access to Care Grants Program Delta Dental of Delaware Inc · Foundation Not published · $16.3M The Community Care Foundation awards several million dollars annually in Access to Care Grants to dental clinics and nonprofit organizations across the country.	Not published	$16.3M
Kaiser Permanente: Hawaii Region - Community Grants Program Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kaiser Permanente Hawaii Region Community Grants Program responds to requests from organizations that provide health service regionally throughout Hawaii.	Not published	Varies
Leonidas Berry Health Equity Research Award Grant American College of Gastroenterology · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Leonidas Berry Health Equity Research Award, presented by the ACG Institute, honors Dr. Leonidas H. Berry and supports innovative research aimed at reducing health disparities among underrepresented groups in gastrointestinal health.	Not published	Up to $75K
Maine Cancer Foundation: Discretionary Grants Maine Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Maine Cancer Foundation leads a state-wide effort to promote and support the most promising and effective cancer-fighting programs available to the people of Maine through a combination of grant-based financial support and coalition…	Not published	Varies
Building Healthier Rural Community (BUILD) Grants Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota Caring Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota Caring Foundation Building Healthier Rural Community (BUILD) Grants Program The purpose of the Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND) Caring Foundation Building Healthier Rural Community…	Not published	Varies
Little Rapids Corporation Egan Family Foundation Grant Little Rapids Corporation - Egan Family · Foundation Not published · Varies The Little Rapids Corporation Egan Family Foundation Grant, established in 1986, supports charitable initiatives in communities where the company operates.	Not published	Varies
Con Alma Annual Grant Con Alma Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Con Alma Annual Grant offers funding to nonprofits in New Mexico focused on improving health equity and access to healthcare for underserved populations.	Not published	Up to $30K
FWW: Research Award Grant The Foundation for Women's Wellness · Foundation Not published · Varies The FWW Research Award supports innovative, short-term studies aimed at enhancing women's health, particularly in areas such as cardiovascular disease, female cancers, and hormonal impact on health.	Not published	Varies
BCBSAZ: Mental Health Matters Grant Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The BCBSAZ: Mental Health Matters Grant offers funding for Arizona-based organizations focused on improving mental health resources, reducing stigma, and promoting access to care.	Not published	Up to $125K
Patient Navigation Grants Prevent Cancer Foundation aka Cancer Research & Prevention Fndn · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K To advance the Prevent Cancer Foundation's bold goal to reduce cancer deaths by 40% by 2035, the Foundation supports projects dedicated to increasing cancer prevention and early detection through patient navigation across the U.S. and its…	Not published	$50K – $100K
Cancer Health Equity Research Centers (CHERCs) Grant American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $860K The Cancer Health Equity Research Centers (CHERCs) initiative by the American Cancer Society aims to address health disparities by supporting research focused on social determinants affecting cancer care.	Not published	Up to $860K

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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, 45 have a published upcoming deadline, 135 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 676 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% 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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