Health Disparities Grants

Last updated October 15, 2026

Grantable tracks 872 active health disparities grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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TRANScend Community Impact Fund Destination Tomorrow Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies According to the CDC, approximately 14% of Transgender women are living with HIV, with disproportionately high rates among Transgender women of color (44% of Black/African American, 26% of Hispanic/Latina, and 7% of white Transgender…	Not published	Varies
Reducing Barriers to Health Equity Grant Program The Cigna Group Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Cigna Group Health Equity Impact Fund aims to reduce health disparities by supporting local nonprofits in Hartford, CT, and St. Louis, MO.	Not published	Up to $250K
Endowment for Health: Opportunity Grants Program Endowment For Health Inc · Foundation Rolling · $1K – $20K The Endowment for Health's Opportunity Grants Program offers funding between $1,000 and $20,000 to improve health outcomes for New Hampshire residents, particularly the vulnerable and underserved.	Rolling	$1K – $20K
AMSNY Scholars in Medicine and Science Associated Medical Schools of New York · Foundation Not published · Varies AMSNY Scholars in Medicine and Science is a diversity in medicine program supported by significant state funding.	Not published	Varies
Andrew Jergens Foundation Grant The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrew Jergens Foundation Grant, administered by the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, focuses on enhancing the health, education, cultural experiences, and social welfare of children in the Greater Cincinnati area.	Not published	Varies
GF Research Grants: Pediatric Research - Environmental Hazards (Nutrient Competitors) The Gerber Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $350K The Gerber Foundation offers grants for pediatric research focusing on environmental hazards that affect infants and young children.	Not published	Up to $350K
Emerging Needs Grants United Way of the Flint Hills Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K United Way of the Flint Hills offers Emerging Needs Grants to eligible organizations in their community to fund innovative approaches to meeting health and human services needs that are time-sensitive.	Rolling	Up to $2K
Rapid Response: Advocacy Grant Program The Colorado Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $75K The Colorado Health Foundation offers the Rapid Response: Advocacy Grant Program to support short-term advocacy initiatives that promote health equity in Colorado.	Not published	$15K – $75K
BCBS Oklahoma - Blue Impact Grants BlueCross BlueShield - Health Care Services Corporation (HCSC) · Foundation Not published · Varies The BCBS Oklahoma - Blue Impact Grants support community-focused initiatives aimed at improving health and wellness in Oklahoma. These grants prioritize programs that enhance economic opportunity, nutrition, and overall health outcomes.	Not published	Varies
MultiPlan Rural Health Outreach Grant Conway Hospital Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K To help rural hospitals fund innovative healthcare programs and services for underserved populations. Conway Medical Center received this grant to help purchase a vehicle for the mobile 3D mammography program.	Not published	$8K
The Methodist Hospital: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Grant The Methodist Hospital · Foundation Not published · Varies Through the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Grant, Houston Methodist focuses on addressing social determinants impacting social minority groups such as women, people experiencing homelessness, older adults, the LGBTQ+ community, immigrants…	Not published	Varies
Social Impact Fund - Nationwide Grant American Heart Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Social Impact Fund - Nationwide Grant supports innovative solutions addressing health care access, food security, and economic empowerment.	Not published	Up to $250K
Idaho Power’s Community Contributions Idacorp Employee Community Services Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Idaho Power Company (IPC) does not believe that its responsibility ends with the delivery of reliable, affordable, and clean energy to its customers.	Not published	Varies
Seattle Mariners Community Impact Grant Mariners Care · Foundation Not published · Varies To help ensure our communities are places where everyone can thrive, we will invest in organizations, programs and partnerships focused on driving long-term, systemic change that leads to positive health outcomes for youth and accelerates…	Not published	Varies
Exploring Equitable Futures Grant Program The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Exploring Equitable Futures Grant Program, funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, aims to transform health equity by addressing systemic racism.	Not published	Varies
Community Development / Health Grants Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation aims to foster human development in West Virginia and Southwestern Pennsylvania by strategically distributing charitable resources.	Not published	Up to $200K
Blood Brotherhood Program (CDC Cooperative Agreement) Hemophilia Federation of America · Foundation Not published · $289K	Not published	$289K
Gilead Research Grants: External-Sponsored Research - HIV RESONATE RFP Gilead Sciences, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies Gilead Research Grants support innovative, high-impact projects aimed at enhancing healthcare for vulnerable communities globally, particularly in HIV treatment.	Not published	Varies
Denver Children's Foundation Grants The Denver Children's Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Denver Children's Foundation (DCF) has been pivotal in transforming the lives of at-risk children in Colorado for over 30 years.	Not published	Varies
Essex Country Community Foundation Response Fund Grant Greater Lawrence Family Health Center Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K This grant enables GLFHC to distribute Climate Health Preparedness Kits to homeless patients to mitigate climate-related health risks.	Not published	$20K
Blue & You Foundation: Mini Grant Blue and You Foundation for a Healthier · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Blue & You Foundation Mini Grant program supports Arkansas-based organizations addressing health disparities through community-focused initiatives.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Gilead Europe Grants Gilead Sciences, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies Gilead Europe Grants support innovative, high-impact projects aimed at enhancing healthcare in vulnerable communities across Europe and the Middle East.	Not published	Varies
Polk Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · Varies The Polk Foundation Grant supports initiatives that enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities in southwestern Pennsylvania.	Not published	Varies
Nicor Gas: Pillar Grants - Diversity Nicor Gas · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Nicor Gas offers Pillar Grants focused on Diversity, aiming to enhance organizational and supplier diversity programs.	Not published	Up to $5K

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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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