Health Disparities Grants

Last updated October 14, 2026

Grantable tracks 872 active health disparities grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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
CHEST/ALA Guideline Implementation Research Grant for COPD Management American College of Chest Physicians · Foundation Not published · $120K The CHEST/ALA Guideline Implementation Research Grant for COPD Management invites research proposals focusing on evidence-based interventions for COPD.	Not published	$120K
St. David’s Foundation Sponsorships Grant St David's Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies St. David's Foundation offers sponsorships to support community-driven events and projects that address health equity in Central Texas.	Not published	Varies
Song Brown Primary Care Residency (PCR) 2026 Application Grant California Department of Health Care Access and Information · Foundation Not published · Varies The Song-Brown Primary Care Residency Program aims to enhance healthcare access in California's underserved areas by funding residency training for primary care physicians.	Not published	Varies
Latinos Impacting our Future Together (L.I.F.T.) Fund Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Latinos Impacting our Future Together (L.I.F.T.) Fund, managed by The Denver Foundation, aims to empower Latino communities through various initiatives, including health, education, and advocacy.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Changemaker Grants (Community Building Mini-Grants Program) United Way of Greater New Bedford Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Changemaker Grants program by the United Way of Greater New Bedford supports all-volunteer groups aiming to positively impact their community.	Not published	Up to $3K
Society Awards: BPS Award in the Biophysics of Health and Disease Grant Biophysical Society · Foundation Not published · $2K The Society Awards: BPS Award in the Biophysics of Health and Disease recognizes a member for significant contributions to understanding disease mechanisms or treatment. The award includes a $2,000 honorarium.	Not published	$2K
Sanofi Philanthropic Donations and Healthcare Contributions Grant Sanofi Genzyme · Foundation Not published · Varies Sanofi Philanthropic Donations support non-profit organizations aligned with Health Equity, STEM Education Equity, and Local Communities. Applications are accepted year-round, with a review process of 8 to 16 weeks.	Not published	Varies
Maternal Smoking Cessation Initiative (MSCI) Grant Regents Of The University Of California, Office Of The President · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Maternal Smoking Cessation Initiative (MSCI) aims to support research on culturally-tailored tobacco cessation interventions for pregnant individuals, particularly those from BIPOC and AIAN communities.	Not published	Up to $1M
Critical Care Medicine Research Grant American College of Chest Physicians · Foundation Not published · $150K The Critical Care Medicine Research Grant, funded by the American College of Chest Physicians, offers $150,000 over three years for projects that advance critical care medicine.	Not published	$150K
Connected Healthy Lives Grant Humana Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Connected Healthy Lives Grant, provided by the Humana Foundation, aims to enhance health equity by removing social barriers to health.	Not published	Varies
Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith Community Health Funding Program MCHS Hospitals Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The program supports local not-for-profit organizations in Wisconsin's northern counties working to address health inequities in priority areas. In 2026, $100,000 was distributed among 13 community organizations.	Not published	$100K
HealthConnect Innovation Grants Mid-Iowa Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The HealthConnect Innovation Grants, provided by the Mid-Iowa Health Foundation, aim to address social determinants of health and create opportunities for vulnerable children and youth in central Iowa.	Not published	Varies
Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation does not accept unsolicited funding requests.	Not published	Varies
CCF: Centinela Valley Medical & Community Funds – Integration, Collaboration, Advocacy Grant CCF Community Initiatives Fund · Foundation Not published · $100K The CCF: Centinela Valley Medical & Community Funds grant aims to enhance health access and policy advocacy for immigrants in South L.A. The California Community Foundation invites nonprofits to apply for funding that promotes integrated…	Not published	$100K
Hospital Health Protection Grant Program - Equity Illinois Department of Public Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $100M The Hospital Health Protection Grant Program - Equity, administered by the Illinois Department of Public Health, allocates funds to enhance health equity and access to quality care in underserved communities.	Not published	Up to $100M
Albany Medical Center Prize in Medicine and Biomedical Research Albany Medical Center Group Organization · Foundation Not published · $500K	Not published	$500K
Sun Life’s Health Access Heroes Grant Program Sun Life Financial · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K Sun Life’s Health Access Grant Program aims to enhance access to health services, specifically targeting diabetes and oral health in local communities.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Leadership through Scholarship Fellowship - Mid-Career Fellows Grant Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) · Foundation Not published · $1K Leadership through Scholarship Fellowship The yearlong Leadership through Scholarship Fellowship offers training and mentorship for early-career and mid-career faculty with a focus on developing scholarly writing skills for academic…	Not published	$1K
BCBSIL: Blue Impact Grant Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Blue Impact Grant by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois supports community-based non-profit organizations focused on improving health equity in Illinois.	Not published	Varies
Community Giving (New Jersey Locations): Health & Wellness Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We accept requests year-round that are submitted using the Letter of Request through the BMS.	Not published	Varies
Vertex Innovation Awards Grant The Vertex Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K The Vertex Innovation Awards, established by the Vertex Foundation, aim to enhance the care of individuals living with cystic fibrosis (CF) through innovative clinical research.	Not published	Up to $750K
BHHS Legacy Foundation Grant BHHS Legacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The BHHS Legacy Foundation Grant supports initiatives that improve health and quality of life for vulnerable Arizona residents.	Not published	Varies
ABOS-ABMS Scholars Program American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery · Foundation Not published · Varies A one-year, part-time research fellowship program jointly administered by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) and the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS).	Not published	Varies
Maternal & Infant Health Initiative Grant Program Michigan Health Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · $50K – $300K The Maternal & Infant Health Initiative Grant Program, funded by the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, aims to reduce disparities and enhance care access for pregnant individuals and infants.	Not published	$50K – $300K

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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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