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; 44 with a published date

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Health Equity Innovation Fund Grant Humana Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Health Equity Innovation Fund, managed by the Humana Foundation, provides seed funding to organizations aimed at reducing health disparities.	Not published	Varies
Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Control Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies Address chronic disease prevention and management through evidence-based interventions focused on population-wide system change, evaluation, data surveillance (heart disease, diabetes, physical activity, nutrition and disabilities…	Not published	Varies
The Healing Trust: Operating Grant: Resilient Families The Healing Trust · Foundation Not published · $20K – $55K The Healing Trust is dedicated to enhancing community resilience through its Operating Grant: Resilient Families. This initiative supports health-focused nonprofits in Tennessee, providing unrestricted funds between $20,000 and $50,000.	Not published	$20K – $55K
Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation Grant Delta Dental Plan of Colorado Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation Grant aims to promote oral health equity by addressing the unique needs of diverse communities.	Not published	Up to $300K
Promoting Health Equity and Expanding Health Care Access Grant Maryland Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $300K – $750K The Maryland Community Health Resources Commission (CHRC) aims to enhance health equity by increasing access to affordable, high-quality health care for low-income and underserved populations in Maryland.	Not published	$300K – $750K
Mayo Clinic Community Contributions Program in Florida: Access to Care Grant Mayo Clinic · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mayo Clinic Community Contributions Program in Florida aims to enhance community health through strategic partnerships and support for diverse, underserved populations.	Not published	Varies
Colorado Health Access Fund (Fondo de Acceso a la Salud de Colorado) The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colorado Health Access Fund (CHA Fund) is a field of interest fund administered by The Denver Foundation, entrusted with oversight of grant-making and evaluation.	Not published	Varies
Lloyd Lewis – Promising Innovations Fund Kendal Charitable Funds · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K Support improvements in serving older adults that are reflective of a pioneering spirit in the field of aging.	Not published	Up to $50K
Leading for Power & Change Fund Grant The California Wellness Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We’re changing our Letter of Interest (LOI) process for grant-seekers this year, as Cal Wellness embarks on a strategic planning journey to shape the future of our work.	Not published	Varies
RESOLVE NOLA Community Impact Grant United Way of Southeast Louisiana · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The RESOLVE NOLA Community Impact Grant, launched by United Way of Southeast Louisiana, aims to address the critical shortage of mental health resources for youth in New Orleans.	Not published	Up to $25K
Women’s Fund Grant Austin Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K – $60K The Women’s Fund Grant, initiated by the Austin Community Foundation in 2004, has become a significant driver of change for women and children in Central Texas.	Not published	$20K – $60K
Cape & Coast Bank Foundation Grant Cape & Coast Bank Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Cape & Coast Bank Foundation Grant focuses on five key pillars that address critical community needs, including building community connections, enhancing financial and economic vitality, promoting health and wellbeing, providing…	Not published	$3K
Covista Foundation Grant Adtalem Global Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Adtalem Global Education Foundation, established in 2010, is dedicated to enhancing education and community development.	Not published	Varies
RFA- Lead-Safe Homes Program- for a Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lead-Safe Homes Program (LSHP) invites local partner organizations to apply for grant funding aimed at reducing lead hazards in homes across Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Community Benefit Initiative Reinvestment (CBIR) Grant - New Ideas Projects Eastern Oregon Coordinated Care Organization · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Community Benefit Initiative Reinvestment (CBIR) Grant supports innovative projects aimed at improving healthcare access for EOCCO members.	Not published	Up to $50K
Forecast to Renew the Notice of Funding Opportunity Announcement for the Multiple Chronic Disease Research Centers National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $55,000,000 total This forecast is to renew the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Multiple Chronic Disease Research Centers (RFA-MD-21-007).	Forecast	$55,000,000 total
Medica Foundation Grant: MN Behavioral Health Medica Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Medica Foundation Grant for MN Behavioral Health supports proposals that address mental illness and substance use disorders in Minnesota.	Not published	Up to $200K
SCID Compass Immune Deficiency Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3.0M SCID Compass is a support and educational initiative funded by the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to improve screening and education programs for people with Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID).	Not published	$3.0M
Donaghue Foundation: Greater Value Portfolio Grant Program The Patrick and Catherine Weldon · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Donaghue Foundation's Greater Value Portfolio Grant Program aims to enhance healthcare value by funding innovative research projects for two years, with awards up to $400,000.	Not published	Up to $500K
Family Power Fund : General Operating Grants Headwaters Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Family Power Fund, established by the Headwaters Foundation, empowers youth, parents, and caregivers to influence health-related policies and systems.	Not published	Up to $150K
Pink Aid Organizational Grants Pink Aid Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Song-Brown - Family Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (FNP/PA) Grant Program (CA) California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) · Foundation Not published · $13K – $182K The Song-Brown Grant Program, administered by the California Department of Health Care Access and Information, aims to support training for family nurse practitioners and physician assistants in underserved communities.	Not published	$13K – $182K
FHK Unsolicited Grants Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky offers grants aimed at projects focused on access to health care and children's health. Proposals should demonstrate potential impact, utilize best practices, and address health disparities.	Not published	$50K – $100K
Pilot Community-Partnered Participatory Research Award (Pilot CPPRA) Grant Regents Of The University Of California, Office Of The President · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Pilot Community-Partnered Participatory Research Award (Pilot CPPRA) aims to support collaborative research addressing tobacco-related health disparities.	Not published	Up to $1M

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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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