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. 33 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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WISEWOMAN Program Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $376K The New Jersey Department of Health leads the state’s response to public health challenges and works to improve health outcomes for all New Jersey residents.	Not published	Up to $376K
FDA OMHHE Health Equity Innovation Award: Enhance Equity Funding Opportunity (U01) Clinical Trials Not Allowed Food and Drug Administration · Federal Forecast · $250K – $1M The purpose of this funding opportunity announcement (FOA) is to fund innovative research that will strengthen and advance minority health and health equity objectives.	Forecast	$250K – $1M
KTGF Fellowship Programs Grant The Klingenstein Third Generation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The KTGF Fellowship Programs, funded by the Klingenstein Third Generation Foundation, offer $100,000 over two years to support post-doctoral and junior faculty research on ADHD and depression in children, particularly from low-income and…	Not published	Up to $100K
Medical Assistance Grants Vitalyst Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $375K The Medical Assistance Grants program, administered by the Vitalyst Health Foundation, aims to enhance healthcare access and quality for low-income and underserved populations in Maricopa County.	Not published	Up to $375K
CFGH: Racial Equity Fund Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville is to mobilize generosity to improve the quality of life in our community. The Racial Equity Fund addresses opportunity gaps based on race for historically disadvantaged groups.	Not published	Varies
Community Capacity Grant Program University of Wisconsin - Madison · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Community Capacity Grant Program, established by the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, aims to support Wisconsin-based organizations dedicated to advancing health equity and addressing social determinants of…	Not published	Up to $20K
Gilead North America Grants Gilead Sciences, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies Gilead North America Grants support community-informed programs that enhance healthcare for vulnerable populations. Grants are available for innovative projects addressing HIV, liver diseases, oncology, and inflammatory diseases.	Not published	Varies
AlohaCare Grants Alohacare · Foundation Not published · Varies AlohaCare Grants support innovative community-based projects aimed at enhancing access to quality health care for low-income and underserved populations. These grants are awarded on a rolling basis until funds are depleted each year.	Not published	Varies
Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Delta Dental of West Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · $5M The Delta Dental Community Care Foundation identified that older adults struggle with oral health problems and lack support for proper dental care.	Not published	$5M
Hewitt Foundation Grant Hewitt Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hewitt Foundation Grant supports Canadian registered charities focused on health, education, and community development. It emphasizes collaboration to address mental illness, trauma, and research for innovative solutions.	Not published	Varies
CareSource Foundation: Community Grant The CareSource Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies At CareSource, our mission is one we take to heart. In fact, we call our mission our “heartbeat.” It is the essence of our company, and our unwavering dedication to it is a hallmark of our success.	Not published	Varies
Daily Herald Neighbors In Need Fund Robert R McCormick Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCormick Foundation matches all donations at 50% and covers all administration fees, so your entire donation, plus the match will be granted to qualified nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Childhood Lead Program Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $15.1M The Childhood Lead Program, initiated by the New Jersey Department of Health, aims to reduce childhood lead exposure through nurse case management and environmental investigations.	Not published	Up to $15.1M
Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials: Clinical Investigator Leadership Award Grant Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials Award, supported by the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, is a three-year program aimed at oncology graduates of the Winn CDA program.	Not published	Varies
Patient-Centered Clinical Research Young Investigator Award Grant Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Patient-Centered Clinical Research Young Investigator Award (PCC-YIA) supports early-career scientists conducting innovative research in bladder cancer and upper tract urothelial cancer.	Not published	Up to $100K
New England Asthma Innovation Collaborative (NEAIC) - CMMI Health Care Innovation Award Health Resources in Action Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support infrastructures delivering home visiting services to improve asthma management in children with poorly controlled asthma.	Not published	Varies
Senior Oral Health Partnership Program Delta Dental of New York Inc · Foundation Not published · $5M In 2022, the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation launched this multi-year program in response to findings that:	Not published	$5M
Wish Well – Upward Mobility Kansas Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kansas Health Foundation is seeking innovative ideas to improve Upward Mobility.	Not published	Varies
Quality of Life Grants Program: Expanded Impact Christopher Reeve Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation's Expanded Impact Grants Program aims to support previously awarded Quality of Life grantees in expanding successful initiatives for individuals living with paralysis.	Not published	Up to $100K
APA Foundation: Helping Hands Grants American Psychiatric Association Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The APA Foundation's Helping Hands Grants provide up to $5,000 to medical schools for projects aimed at improving mental health education and assistance in under-served communities.	Not published	Up to $5K
Foundation for Health Equity (f4HE): Food Insecurity Grant Foundation for Health Equity · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation for Health Equity (F4HE) focuses on combating food insecurity in Northwest Philadelphia by supporting tax-exempt organizations.	Not published	Varies
African American AIDS Response Act (IL) Grant Illinois Department of Public Health · Foundation Not published · $85K – $200K The African American AIDS Response Act in Illinois aims to combat HIV disparities affecting the African American community. Despite a 22% decrease in infections from 2010 to 2019, African Americans represent 50% of HIV cases in Illinois.	Not published	$85K – $200K
McKnight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience: Neurobiology of Brain Disorders Award Grant The McKnight Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The McKnight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience offers the Neurobiology of Brain Disorders Award to support innovative research aimed at understanding and treating brain disorders.	Not published	Up to $300K
Full Community-Partnered Participatory Research Award (Full CPPRA) Grant Regents Of The University Of California, Office Of The President · Foundation Not published · Up to $1.8M The Full Community-Partnered Participatory Research Award (Full CPPRA) supports research targeting tobacco-related health disparities through community-academic partnerships.	Not published	Up to $1.8M

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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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