Health Disparities Grants

Last updated October 14, 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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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
Improving Health Grant Program Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida Foundation · Foundation Not published · $270K – $400K The Improving Health Grant Program by the Florida Blue Foundation aims to enhance health equity through initiatives like food security and mental well-being.	Not published	$270K – $400K
Impact Topeka: Addressing the Social Determinants of Health in Shawnee County Topeka Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Health Improvement Fund Grants: Treasure Valley and Multi-Region St Luke's Health Foundation Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Health Improvement Fund Grants aim to enhance health in the Treasure Valley and surrounding regions by supporting non-profit and public organizations.	Not published	Varies
Kansas Innovation Fund Kansas Health Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $5K The Kansas Innovation Fund provides mini grants of up to $5,000 to enable eligible Kansas nonprofits to test innovative ideas to address health and health equity.	Rolling	Up to $5K
County Executive's Community Support Grants Program Anne Arundel County · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The County Executive's Community Support Grants Program in Anne Arundel County aims to enhance the effectiveness of non-profit organizations by funding operating costs and essential equipment purchases.	Not published	$15K – $50K
Northern New Mexico Health Grant Con Alma Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Northern New Mexico Health Grant, funded by Con Alma Health Foundation, aims to enhance healthcare access for underserved communities in New Mexico.	Not published	Up to $20K
The Esther Tomljanovich Strategic Initiatives Medica Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Medica Foundation recognizes the importance of supporting the unique health needs of individual communities in our grantmaking.	Not published	Varies
Career Awards for Medical Scientists Grant Burroughs Wellcome Fund · Foundation Not published · $700K The Career Awards for Medical Scientists (CAMS), established by the Burroughs Wellcome Fund, offers $700,000 over five years to support early career physician scientists transitioning to independence in academic biomedical research.	Not published	$700K
Making America Healthy Again by Addressing Dementia Disparities Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health · Federal Forecast · $450K – $600K 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 to support…	Forecast	$450K – $600K
Lake County Community Foundation Grant Program: Fall Cycle The Lake County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Lake County Community Foundation Grant Program aims to enhance the quality of life in Lake County by fostering collaboration among community members, organizations, and leaders.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Maryland Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies Funded by the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) and the Maryland Cigarette Restitution Fund, this program provides grants to local health departments and health systems to provide cancer screening and diagnostic services to…	Not published	Varies
Federal Funding - Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Secretary of State Library Grants · State Not published · Varies Federal funding administered through the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Supports statewide library initiatives including Tennessee Electronic Library and SHAREit catalog.	Not published	Varies
HFWCNY Grant Programs Health Foundation for Western & Central · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We receive a majority of requests for funding through programs we design with input from our local communities and a formal Request for Proposals process.	Not published	Varies
Community-Participatory Feasibility Assessment for Cancer Study, Flint MI Grant National Minority Quality Forum · Foundation Not published · $400K The Community-Participatory Feasibility Assessment for Cancer Study in Flint, MI, aims to address local concerns about cancer and pollution through community involvement.	Not published	$400K
Community Relations and Innovation (CRI) Fund Potlatch Fund · Foundation Not published · $397K The Community Relations and Innovation Fund was established to streamline Potlatch Fund's grant practices.	Not published	$397K
Mckesson Foundation Grant: below $25,000 McKesson Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The McKesson Foundation Grant provides funding up to $25,000 for organizations focused on improving health outcomes in underserved communities.	Not published	Up to $25K
Superior Health Plan: Community Grant Program Superior HealthPlan · Foundation Not published · $10K The Superior HealthPlan Community Grant Program offers $10,000 to Texas-based organizations tackling Non-Medical Drivers of Health (NMDOH). Focus areas include housing stability, food security, and healthcare access.	Not published	$10K
Dental Materials and Supplies Grant California Dental Association · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The CDA Foundation Dental Materials and Supplies Grant program supports nonprofit organizations with the dental supplies and materials necessary for dental operations and oral health services.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation Grant The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation I · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation Grant aims to foster a philanthropic corporate culture by supporting local nonprofit organizations focused on the welfare of vulnerable children and families.	Not published	Varies
Synergy Initiative The Health Foundation of Central Massach · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Open Grant Cycle: Standard Grant Track Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Methodist Healthcare Ministries is currently accepting proposals for its Open Grant Cycle, focusing on funding organizations that serve economically disadvantaged communities within a 74-county area.	Not published	$100K
Health First Wellness Grants Cape Canaveral Hospital Inc · Foundation Not published · $360K Health First awards grants to local nonprofit organizations addressing health disparities and wellness needs in Brevard County.	Not published	$360K
CHEST Equitable Community Health Impact Grant American College of Chest Physicians · Foundation Not published · Varies Through our grants, researchers and community volunteers are revolutionizing lung health and improving patient care in communities throughout the world.	Not published	Varies
Oral Health Grant Program Delta Dental of MIssouri · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Delta Dental of Missouri Grant Program aims to improve oral health in Missouri by funding initiatives that reduce oral disease, enhance access to quality dental care, and raise awareness, particularly among underserved populations.	Not published	$5K – $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 14, 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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