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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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
Emerging Respiratory Pathogen Award Grant American Lung Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Emerging Respiratory Pathogen Award, offered by the American Lung Association, aims to enhance our understanding of respiratory infections' pathobiology and their implications.	Not published	Up to $200K
Frasier Community Resource Fund Frasier Meadows Manor Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K – $100K An endowment established in 2021 to support local nonprofit organizations serving older adults in Boulder County. Since inception, the fund has distributed $394,500+ to agencies addressing critical needs facing underserved seniors.	Not published	$100K – $100K
A Thriving Community (Health and Welfare of the Jewish Community) The Jewish Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
GMF: Cycle 3 - Capital Support Grant Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The GMF: Cycle 3 - Capital Support program from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation aims to fund projects that align with strategic priorities for community betterment.	Not published	Up to $50K
Health Equity Research Grant The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Health Equity Research Grant by the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance aims to address health disparities in ovarian cancer by supporting innovative research projects.	Not published	Up to $200K
Cancer Center Community Outreach and Engagement Pilot Projects RFA Grant Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Cancer Center Community Outreach and Engagement Pilot Projects RFA invites proposals focused on the impact of demographics, social determinants of health, and behaviors on cancer risk and treatment.	Not published	Up to $50K
The Healthcare Foundation of NJ: Capital Grants The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · Varies The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey offers Capital Grants aimed at reducing health disparities among underserved populations in Newark and Greater MetroWest NJ.	Not published	Varies
MCW-Led Momentum Grant Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The MCW-Led Momentum Grant, offered by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment, supports collaborative teams in pursuing innovative research and programs to enhance Wisconsin's health workforce.	Not published	Up to $250K
Dementia CAReS Grants for American Indian and Alaska Native Communities FORECAST US Dept. of Health & Human Services: Indian Health Service · Foundation Not published · $750K The Dementia CAReS Grants aim to enhance the lives of American Indian and Alaska Native communities affected by dementia.	Not published	$750K
Sierra Health Foundation Sponsorships Grant Sierra Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sierra Health Foundation offers sponsorship opportunities aimed at improving health and quality of life in Northern California. They support nonprofit organizations and public agencies aligned with their mission.	Not published	Varies
Madison County Community Foundation: Engage Grants Madison County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Madison County Community Foundation (MCCF) offers Engage Grants to enhance community well-being through funding for first-time grantees.	Not published	Up to $3K
Connie Dwyer Breast Cancer Foundation Grant Connie Dwyer Breast Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Connie Dwyer Breast Cancer Foundation Grant offers crucial funding to support breast health services for underserved women in New Jersey.	Not published	$50K
Delta Dental Foundation Community Funding Request Delta Dental Fund · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Delta Dental Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio and Indiana, and it accepts funding requests from nonprofit organizations on a rolling basis.	Rolling	Varies
The Healthcare Foundation of NJ Grant: Standard Grants The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · Varies The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey offers Standard Grants aimed at reducing health disparities and enhancing the well-being of underserved populations in Newark and Greater MetroWest NJ.	Not published	Varies
Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Delta Dental of Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · $5M	Not published	$5M
SWACH Collaborative Funding Model Southwest Washington Regional Health Alliance · Foundation Not published · $1.1M Projects addressing local needs including: In addition to grant funding, SWACH provides grantees with:	Not published	$1.1M
Focused Funds Grants - Spring Deadline Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Columbus Foundation offers the Focused Funds Grants to enhance community well-being through strategic support for 501(c)(3) nonprofits in diverse areas, including environment, health, special populations, and social services.	Not published	Up to $25K
Strategic Grants: Women's and Girls' Health Fairfield County's Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Fairfield County's Community Foundation Strategic Grantmaking Our Strategic Grantmaking is one way in which we partner with organizations that align with our Fairfield County Forward strategic plan goals.	Not published	Varies
PrimaryOne Health Community Scholarship Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K In 1943, during the darkness of World War II, a group of passionate citizens, led by Columbus businessman Harrison M. Sayre, envisioned a way to improve the well-being of the community and the quality of life in central Ohio.	Not published	Up to $40K
St. David’s Foundation: Culturally Responsive Mental Health Support Grant St David's Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The St. David’s Foundation aims to enhance access to culturally responsive mental health support for Central Texans from marginalized communities.	Not published	Varies
AMSA Health Justice Scholars Program Pisacano Leadership Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Global Health Inequities, Risks, and Solutions Grant Pulitzer Center · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pulitzer Center invites applications for stories addressing global health inequities and challenges. Projects may explore barriers to healthcare, the impact of U.S. aid cuts, and emerging health threats.	Not published	Varies
AMSA Health Care for All Scholars Program Pisacano Leadership Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
BCBSM Foundation: Perinatal Health Initiative Grant Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation for Expanding Health Care Access · Foundation Not published · $30K – $60K The BCBSM Foundation's Perinatal Health Initiative aims to address critical health disparities faced by people of color in Massachusetts, particularly in pregnancy-related outcomes.	Not published	$30K – $60K

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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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