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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Building a Pipeline of Primary Care Providers to Serve Diverse Communities The Colorado Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We encourage all applicants to sign up in our grants portal to confirm registration is complete at least a week in advance of submitting a grant application._ Improve the health of Coloradans.	Not published	Varies
ACT on Health Equity Community Solutions Challenge Grant AZ Liquidating Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The ACT on Health Equity Community Solutions Challenge Grant, backed by the Astrazeneca Foundation, aims to enhance health equity by funding community-based nonprofit programs.	Not published	Up to $30K
Understanding People’s Experiences with and Preferences for Post-Abortion Contraceptive Care Society of Family Planning · Foundation Not published · Varies The Society of Family Planning is the source for abortion and contraception science. We believe in just and equitable abortion and contraception informed by science.	Not published	Varies
Community Engagement Grants PKD Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The Community Engagement Grants program supports PKD Centers of Excellence in implementing community-level initiatives, programs, and events that educate and spread awareness of PKD.	Not published	Up to $6K
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield Teen Suicide Prevention Grant New Jersey Association for Mental Health · Foundation Not published · $25K	Not published	$25K
Western Reserve Health Foundation Grants Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies The Western Reserve Health Foundation Grants aim to enhance the health and well-being of Mahoning County residents by addressing diverse health disparities.	Not published	Varies
Health Equity Fund Grant Missouri Foundation for Health · Foundation Not published · $50K – $1M The Health Equity Fund Grant supports innovative community-driven projects aimed at addressing health disparities in Missouri.	Not published	$50K – $1M
Springfield Foundation Competitive Grant The Springfield Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Springfield Foundation Competitive Grant supports nonprofits addressing community needs in arts, civic affairs, environment, education, health, and human services.	Not published	Varies
Connecticut Health Foundation President’s Discretionary Grant Connecticut Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Connecticut Health Foundation President’s Discretionary Grant provides funding up to $25,000 for projects that aim to improve health equity and access within communities.	Not published	Up to $25K
Song-Brown - Licensed Midwifery Program (CA) Grant California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Song-Brown Licensed Midwifery Program in California aims to enhance healthcare access by funding accredited midwifery training programs.	Not published	Up to $500K
NJCCR: Pilot Program Research Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $3M The NJCCR: Pilot Program Research Grant, offered by the New Jersey Department of Health, aims to tackle priority areas related to the causes of cancer.	Not published	Up to $3M
Foundation for Seacoast Health Grant: Fall Responsive Grant Foundation for Seacoast Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Foundation for Seacoast Health is inviting proposals for its Fall Responsive Grant cycle, focusing on enhancing nonprofit capacity and addressing urgent health issues.	Not published	Up to $15K
Community Health Grant Program Marshall Foundation for Community Health · Foundation Not published · Varies As of April 3, 2026, the grant committee review is open with procedural changes pending. Successful applicants must submit final reports comparing proposal to actuals using a provided template.	Not published	Varies
RFA- Lead-Safe Homes Program- for a Lead Laboratory Analytical Grant Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Foundation Not published · $20K The Lead-Safe Homes Program (LSHP) is offering grant opportunities from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, aimed at reducing childhood lead poisoning in Wisconsin.	Not published	$20K
REACH Grant (Research, Education, and Access to Care in Health) Lung Cancer Initiative · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K Access grant program supporting community partners in improving access to lung cancer care and screening for uninsured or underinsured individuals across North Carolina.	Not published	$5K – $10K
BLKHLTH CARES Fellowship Blkhlth Inc · Foundation Not published · $750 BLKHLTH CARES (Community Advocacy for Racial Equity School) is a transformative fellowship program designed to empower emerging leaders with advocacy skills, mentorship, and real-world engagement needed to drive racial health equity in…	Not published	$750
Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation: Health & Medical Grant The Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation focuses on enhancing healthcare access in Arizona, particularly for underserved populations. They support local hospitals and programs that develop healthcare professionals to meet community needs.	Not published	Varies
Dorothy Crosby Legacy Award Grant Alabama Power Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Grant of up to $10,000 to a nonprofit organization or community action agency doing exemplary work in elderly care, energy assistance, education, or health and human services.	Not published	Up to $10K
Access to Care Grants Program Delta Dental of Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · $16.3M	Not published	$16.3M
United Way Grant Application for Beltrami County Non-Profits United Way of Bemidji Area · Foundation Not published · $5K – $40K The United Way Grant Application for Beltrami County Non-Profits aims to support organizations that enhance education, financial stability, and health in the community.	Not published	$5K – $40K
Smoky Valley Cares Fund - Life Saving Screenings Lindsborg Community Health Care Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Smoky Valley Cares Fund (formerly known as the Pink Fund) was created to provide financial assistance to individuals who need important cancer screenings but may not have the financial means to afford them.	Not published	Varies
Urology Care Foundation- Health Equity Fellowship Grant Urology Care Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Urology Care Foundation's Health Equity Fellowship Grant aims to train early-career urologists dedicated to addressing healthcare disparities in marginalized communities.	Not published	Up to $5K
Innovative Approaches for Reducing Disparities in Kidney Health Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health · Federal Forecast · $425K – $500K The Office of Minority Health announces the anticipated availability of funds for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 under the authority of 42 U.S.C. § 300u-6 (Section 1707 of the Public Health Service Act) for demonstration projects that support…	Forecast	$425K – $500K
CARESTAR Grant Program Carestar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies We are reimagining emergency and prehospital care that is equitable, unified, compassionate, with a focus on elevating community voice and power, building a movement, and catalyzing systems change, with racial equity at the center of our…	Not published	Varies

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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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