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. 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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Health Equity and Nursing Innovations Fund AARP · Foundation Not published · Varies Projects offer innovative solutions that create systemic change, strengthen and diversify the nursing workforce, expand nurse recruitment and retention strategies, and create and sustain healthy work environments.	Not published	Varies
Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems Small Grants Program Regents Of The University Of California, Office Of The President · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems Small Grants Program, managed by the UC Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program, aims to enhance the resilience of California’s food systems.	Not published	Up to $20K
WITH Foundation RFP Cycle Grant With Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The WITH Foundation is seeking collaborative proposals that promote disability justice within public health, focusing on the needs of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Communities of Color.	Not published	$100K
Community Impact Grant Level One: Engage - Community-Academic Partnership University of Wisconsin - Madison · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Community Impact Grant Level One: Engage supports community-academic partnerships aimed at addressing social determinants of health and advancing health equity in Wisconsin.	Not published	Up to $250K
Birdie Hartsough Frey Memorial Fund Grant Birdie Hartsough Frey Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Birdie Hartsough Frey Memorial Fund Grant supports charitable organizations in Stephenville, Texas, focusing on various program areas including arts and culture, human services, health research, education, animal welfare, and community…	Not published	Varies
Knapp Community Care Foundation Grant Knapp Community Care Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Knapp Community Care Foundation Grant supports organizations in the Mid-Valley region that enhance health and wellness.	Not published	Up to $100K
nccPA Health Foundation: Equitable Care - Be the Change Grant nccPA Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The nccPA Health Foundation: Equitable Care - Be the Change Grant supports PAs and PA students in implementing projects that improve health access and promote equity in their communities.	Not published	Up to $3K
Shaaron Kent End of Life Grant Community Foundation for Southern Arizona · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Shaaron Kent End of Life Grant, established by the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, supports low-income individuals and communities of color by enhancing end-of-life care services.	Not published	Up to $25K
CFTB: Annual Competitive Grants Community Foundation of Tampa Bay Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Community Foundation of Tampa Bay offers annual competitive grants aimed at fostering innovation in local nonprofits.	Not published	$10K – $50K
IDHS Better Birth Outcomes - Navigation (BBO-N) Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Foundation Not published · $660K The IDHS Better Birth Outcomes - Navigation (BBO-N) program aims to connect pregnant and parenting individuals with essential medical, social, and community resources.	Not published	$660K
Advancing Equity Through Oral Health Funds Grant Carequest Institute For Oral Health Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Advancing Equity Through Oral Health Funds, initiated by CareQuest Institute, seeks to transform oral health systems by supporting projects that dismantle disparities faced by marginalized communities.	Not published	Varies
Collaborative Health Sciences Program RFP Grant University of Wisconsin - Madison · Foundation Not published · Up to $600K The Collaborative Health Sciences Program RFP by the University of Wisconsin aims to fund innovative research addressing complex health issues in Wisconsin.	Not published	Up to $600K
Elevance Health Foundation: Food as Medicine Grant Elevance Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elevance Health Foundation's Food as Medicine Grant aims to enhance access to nutritious foods and improve health outcomes for individuals facing diet-related conditions.	Not published	Varies
Robert A. Winn Diversity in Clinical Trials: Career Development Award (Winn CDA) Grant Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $240K The Robert A. Winn Diversity in Clinical Trials: Career Development Award (Winn CDA) aims to enhance participation in clinical trials by training early-career investigator-physicians.	Not published	$240K
REACHing Communities (REACH) Consortium (U01) Clinical Trials Optional Food and Drug Administration · Federal Forecast · $3M This purpose of this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is for FDA Office of Minority Health and Health Equity's (OMHHE) Health Equity Innovation Award: Racial & Ethnic Minority Acceleration Consortium for Health Equity (REACH).	Forecast	$3M
CFNJ: Sheila Williamson Memorial Health Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The CFNJ: Sheila Williamson Memorial Health Grant supports grassroots initiatives aimed at promoting health equity in underserved communities.	Not published	$3K – $5K
PCORI Call for Proposals for HSII Implementation Projects Grant Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $2.5M The PCORI Call for Proposals for HSII Implementation Projects invites innovative approaches to address barriers in healthcare settings.	Not published	Up to $2.5M
Community Partnership Fund: Event Sponsorships Grant Adventist Healthcare Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Community Partnership Fund: Event Sponsorships provides support for organizations aiming to enhance health equity in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties.	Not published	Up to $5K
NewYork-Presbyterian: The Community Fund Grant New York-Presbyterian Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $75K – $300K The Community Fund by NewYork-Presbyterian aims to empower community-based organizations (CBOs) in New York City and Westchester.	Not published	$75K – $300K
SelectHealth Awards Program Grant Selecthealth Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The SelectHealth Awards Program offers a $5,000 cash award to organizations in Idaho, Utah, and Clark County, Nevada that enhance community well-being.	Not published	$5K
Statewide Priority Population Coordinating Center Grant California Department of Public Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $3.7M The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public’s health and shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities.	Not published	Up to $3.7M
George Family Foundation: Whole-Person Health and Wellbeing Grant George Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The George Family Foundation focuses on Whole-Person Health and Wellbeing, emphasizing the importance of nurturing mind, body, spirit, and community.	Not published	Varies
Comprehensive Treatment Grants Smile Train Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Smile Train's vision is to ensure every child with a cleft can lead a full and productive life. These grants fund essential services throughout a child's lifetime.	Not published	Varies
Medica Foundation Grant: MN Early Childhood Health Medica Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Medica Foundation Grant for MN Early Childhood Health supports early intervention programs aimed at the growth and development of children from birth to age 12.	Not published	Up to $100K

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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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