Health Education Grants

Last updated September 25, 2026

There are currently 751 open health education grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 391 list an award amount, with a median of $20K.

Open grants
751
from 545 funders
Median award
$20K
middle half $5,000–$100K
Total listed funding
$72.7M
across 391 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines
14
31 with a published date

On this page: Federal State Foundation · Updated daily

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HWLF Grants Program

Hawaii Women's Legal Foundation · Foundation

October 2, 2026 · $500 – $5K

HWLF's primary criteria in considering funding applications include: Grants fund a variety of local efforts, including: Over the last 30 years, HWLF has provided grants to numerous local nonprofits and organizations aligned with its…

Advancing Research on the Application of Digital Health Technology to the Management of Type 2 Diabetes (R01- Clinical Trail Required)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

October 6, 2026 · Varies

This notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) invites applications designed to examine the efficacy and clinical effectiveness of multimodality digital health technology approaches to the remote management of diabetes.

Tobacco Youth Prevention Mini-Funding

Dept of Health Grants · State

October 7, 2026 · Varies

Funding opportunity focused on tobacco youth prevention initiatives. Part of South Dakota Department of Health's efforts to address tobacco use among youth populations.

Tobacco Youth Tobacco Prevention Mini-Funding

Dept of Health Grants · State

October 7, 2026 · Varies

Mini-funding opportunity for tobacco youth prevention initiatives. Supports efforts to prevent tobacco use among youth populations.

Optimal Treatment Strategies for use of Anti-Obesity Medications (AOMs) in Children and Adolescents Clinical Centers (U01 Clinical Trial Required)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

October 9, 2026 · Up to $1M

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites applications from clinical centers to participate in a consortium to test anti-obesity medication (AOM) treatment strategies for youth with obesity that maximize benefits and minimize risks…

Optimal Treatment Strategies for use of Anti-Obesity Medications (AOMs) in Children and Adolescents Research Coordinating Center (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

October 9, 2026 · Varies

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites applications for a Research Coordinating Center (RCC) for a consortium of clinical centers that will test anti-obesity medication (AOM) treatment strategies for youth with obesity to…

2027 Funding Opportunities

The Parkinson Council · Foundation

October 9, 2026 · Up to $30K

Mid Wisconsin Legacy Foundation Grants (Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin)

Community Foundation Of · Foundation

October 15, 2026 · Up to $1K

Proposals are accepted 'for specifically identified projects and programs that will benefit nonprofit organizations located in communities formerly served by Mid Wisconsin Bank' (listed on the guidelines).

Community Grant

Wisconsin Medical Society · Foundation

October 15, 2026 · Varies

NVRH Community Health Fund

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hosp Inc · Foundation

October 17, 2026 · $1K – $4K

What They Fund (Recent Examples - FY2026):

Women's Health Fund Grants

Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas · Foundation

October 31, 2026 · $2K

Improve the health and well-being of women by supporting education, increasing awareness, and sharing quality of life opportunities

Smiles for Kids

Delta Dental of North Carolina · Foundation

October 31, 2026 · Up to $5K

Community Impact Funding 2026 Grant

United Way for Cortland County Inc · Foundation

October 31, 2026 · Varies

UWCC awards Community Impact Funding grants to support vital Cortland County programs that strengthen individuals and families.

Health & Wellness / Diabetes Education / Nutrition Counseling Grant

Chartercare Foundation · Foundation

November 2, 2026 · Varies

Supports health and wellness programs focusing on diabetes education and nutrition counseling throughout Rhode Island.

Community Impact Fund

United Way of Mesa County Inc · Foundation

November 30, 2026 · Varies

The Community Impact Fund is United Way of Mesa County's primary grant program providing vital funding to help ensure everyone in Mesa County has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Community Investment Grant

Roane County United Way Inc · Foundation

December 5, 2026 · Varies

Applications must relate to one of these three areas: Organizations receiving funding must provide:

Title X Family Planning Services Grants

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health · Federal

January 11, 2027 · $200K – $22M

The Office of Population Affairs (OPA) announces the anticipated availability of funds for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 grants under the authority of Title X of the Public Health Service Act, Section 1001 (42 U.S.C. §300).This notice solicits…

Community Impact Councils Grant Program

United Way of Fairfield County · Foundation

January 28, 2027 · Varies

United Way of Fairfield County accepts and reviews applications for funding through Community Impact Councils once each calendar year.

Invest for Kids General Grant Program

Invest for Kids Inc · Foundation

February 26, 2027 · $200K

Community Grants

Rotary International Springfield · Foundation

February 28, 2027 · $5K – $35K

The Rotary Club of Springfield Southeast is a member of Rotary International, the world's largest service organization. Founded in 1967 with 32 charter members, the club has grown to 198 members as of January 31, 2026.

Community Awareness and Prevention Project Grant

Society for Vascular Surgery · Foundation

March 1, 2027 · Varies

Supports disease prevention, patient education, and public awareness through community health initiatives. Falls under the Awareness and Prevention (community health initiatives) Fund of the SVS Foundation.

Community Awareness and Prevention Project Grant

Society for Vascular Surgery Foundation · Foundation

March 1, 2027 · Varies

Part of the SVS Foundation's Awareness and Prevention (community health initiatives) Fund, this grant supports the work in disease prevention, patient education and public awareness.

Educational Grant

Society of Infectious Diseases Phar · Foundation

March 14, 2027 · Up to $3K

SIDP is committed to supporting educational initiatives that align with the mission, vision, and core values of SIDP. The organization offers funding for individuals or non-profit organizations to apply for support of educational programs.

Dora Roberts Rehabilitation Center Scholarships

Dora Roberts Rehabilitation Center · Foundation

March 31, 2027 · Varies

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Health education grants by the numbers

How deadlines work

Rolling or ongoing
14 2%
Upcoming date published
31 4%
Stated cycle, no date yet
120 16%
No deadline published
586 78%

When dated deadlines fall

Share of the 31 grants with a published date, by quarter.

32%
Jan–Mar
6%
Apr–Jun
3%
Jul–Sep
58%
Oct–Dec

Funders with the most open health education grants

  1. State of New Jersey Department of Health 15 open
  2. The Pfizer Foundation Inc 13 open
  3. First Horizon Foundation 10 open
  4. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 9 open
  5. National Institutes of Health 9 open
  6. Bayer Fund 8 open

545 funders have at least one open grant in this category.

Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 751 open health education grants (active, with a deadline today or later or none published) as of September 25, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 7 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.

About health education grants

Health education grants fund programs that improve health literacy, patient education, and prevention knowledge in communities and clinical settings. Federal funders including the CDC and NIH support health-literacy initiatives and educational programming, while national philanthropies and corporate funders back community health-education efforts. These grants typically pay for educational workshops, accessible materials, and training for health educators and community health workers.

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Health Education Grants by state

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do health education grants award?

Of the 751 open health education grants Grantable lists as of September 25, 2026, 391 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $20K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $100K. The largest is $6.1M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most health education grants?

By number of open listings, the most active funders are State of New Jersey Department of Health (15), The Pfizer Foundation Inc (13), First Horizon Foundation (10), Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (9), and National Institutes of Health (9). In all, 545 funders have at least one open grant in this category.

When are health education grants due?

Of 751 open grants, 14 accept applications on a rolling basis, 31 have a published upcoming deadline, 120 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 586 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 58% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for health education programs?

Funding supports health-literacy initiatives, patient and community education, prevention campaigns, and training for health educators and community health workers. Grants can pay for developing accessible educational materials, running workshops, and building school- or clinic-based education programs. Funders often prioritize populations with limited health literacy, including older adults, low-income communities, and historically underserved groups.

Who funds health education and health literacy work?

The CDC supports health-literacy and public-health education efforts, and the NIH has funded a substantial body of health-literacy research across many of its institutes and centers. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation funds education and prevention initiatives, and national public-health intermediaries help channel federal funding to local programs. Many opportunities are open to nonprofits, schools, clinics, and public agencies.

What is the difference between research and program grants here?

Research grants, such as those NIH awards, study how health education and literacy affect outcomes and disparities. Program grants fund the delivery of education itself: workshops, materials, and educator training. If your goal is to run direct community education, target program and community grants; if you aim to evaluate or build evidence, look to research-oriented funders. Confirm eligibility, as research grants often require an academic or clinical partner.

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