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
Oral Health Access Award Roy James Rinehart Memorial Foundation · Foundation Not published · $6K – $20K	Not published	$6K – $20K
AOTF Implementation Research Grant The American Occupational Therapy Founda Tion Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K The AOTF Implementation Research Grant supports innovative research aimed at integrating evidence-based practices into occupational therapy.	Not published	$50K – $100K
PCCF Community Impact Grants Program Putnam County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The PCCF Community Impact Grants Program aims to support diverse charitable initiatives in Putnam County, Indiana.	Not published	$5K
Equitable Food Access Initiative: Healthy Corner Stores Grant DC Department of Health Community Health Administration · Foundation Not published · $500K – $750K The Equitable Food Access Initiative: Healthy Corner Stores aims to enhance food access for District residents by supporting corner stores through evidence-based strategies.	Not published	$500K – $750K
Texas Health Impact Grant Cohort Texas Pride Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Texas Health Impact Grant Cohort, led by the Texas Pride Community Foundation, aims to empower grassroots organizations addressing HIV/AIDS challenges, particularly among Black and Latinx communities.	Not published	Varies
IMPACT RFA - Support Research to Reduce Prostate Cancer Mortality American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer mortality among men in the United States.	Not published	Varies
Partners For Health: Small Grants Partners for Health Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K Partners for Health Foundation offers Small Grants of up to $15,000 to promote health equity in communities. These grants support both general operating expenses and specific projects aimed at improving health outcomes.	Not published	Up to $15K
Advocate Bethany Community Health Fund Advocate Health and Hospitals Corp · Foundation Not published · $1M Grants awarded to organizations and activities located within defined community boundaries. Priority Areas (programs must address one or more):	Not published	$1M
Celiac Disease Foundation: SSCD Improving Health Equity in Celiac Disease Through Disparities Research Grant Celiac Disease Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Celiac Disease Foundation offers the SSCD Improving Health Equity in Celiac Disease award to support research addressing disparities in celiac disease awareness and management.	Not published	Up to $100K
Strengthening & Sustaining Mobile Healthcare Grant Program Mobile Healthcare Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Strengthening & Sustaining Mobile Healthcare Grant Program, offered by the Mobile Healthcare Association, aims to enhance emergency preparedness for mobile health clinics.	Not published	Up to $10K
Region 4 Technology Improvement Projects Award Year 5 Grant National Library of Medicine · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Region 4 Technology Improvement Projects Award Year 5 aims to enhance access to health information resources through technology improvement projects.	Not published	Up to $10K
Phoenix IDA, PCDIC and ACF Community Development Fund Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Funder is unsure of an open date for the Phoenix IDA opportunity. They hope to release more information by late October or early November 2024.	Not published	Varies
Strategic Grants Methodist Health System Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies MHSF funds programs aligned with the following goals: MHSF does not accept unsolicited general applications. Organizations must engage in discussions with MHSF directly about potential funding opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Partners For Health: General Operating and Project Grants Partners for Health Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Partners for Health Foundation offers General Operating and Project Grants aimed at strengthening organizations and supporting specific initiatives that promote health equity.	Not published	Varies
Circle of Care Grant The Vertex Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Circle of Care grant program by the Vertex Foundation supports innovative, patient-centric initiatives for the cystic fibrosis (CF) community.	Not published	Up to $500K
Fitzgerald Foundation Grant Betty and Davis Fitzgerald Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Betty and Davis Fitzgerald Foundation Grant aims to enhance education and mental health access for low-income families in the 21-county Metro Atlanta area.	Not published	Varies
Nature Awards Healthspan Accelerator Grant Springer Nature Limited · Foundation Not published · $10K The Nature Awards Healthspan Accelerator seeks to support transformative human health research aimed at extending the healthspan through innovative solutions.	Not published	$10K
RFP: Charlotte Health Zones Grant CVS Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2.2M The CVS Health Foundation is launching the Charlotte Health Zones Grant, aimed at improving health outcomes in underserved neighborhoods in Charlotte.	Not published	Up to $2.2M
Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith Community Health Funding Program Marshfield Clinic Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Supports local not-for-profit organizations actively working to develop new ideas or enhance existing projects that improve the health of residents and address health inequities.	Not published	$100K
Health Foundation of South Florida Grants Health Foundation of South Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Health Foundation of South Florida Grants aim to enhance the health of South Florida communities, particularly for vulnerable populations.	Not published	Varies
Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation Grant The Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation is the culmination of a lifetime of generosity aligned with our namesake's specific vision to create a foundation to continue to do good work and have meaningful impact in the community Mimi and her…	Not published	Varies
Health, Equity, & Well-being Grant (LAPP Program - Data Across Sectors for Health) Nebraska Health Information Initiative Inc · Foundation Not published · $80K Part of the Learning and Action in Policy and Partnerships (LAPP) program, second round of funding.	Not published	$80K
AmeriHealth Caritas Foundation Grant (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Amerihealth Caritas Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $150K One-year, project-specific grants to prevent and mitigate adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Up to $2M total, awards $100,000–$150,000.	Not published	$100K – $150K
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Scholars Program Mercy Deliverance Ministries · Foundation Not published · Varies	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 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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