Health Education Grants

Last updated October 15, 2026

Grantable tracks 749 active health education grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 16 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 379 list an award amount, with a median of $20K.

Grants tracked: 749; from 545 funders
Median award: $20K; middle half $5,000–$100K
Total listed funding: $71.4M; across 379 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 17; 32 with a published date

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Kiwanis Children's Fund Microgrants Kiwanis International Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Smaller grant program distributed quarterly (February, March, April, May, June, July distribution cycles noted) to smaller Kiwanis clubs to fund community service projects that benefit children.	Rolling	Varies
Ibis Charities Foundation Grant Ibis Charities Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ibis Charities Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) charities in Palm Beach County. Eligible organizations must maintain good standing with the IRS and the Florida Secretary of State.	Not published	Varies
State Abstinence Until Marriage—Emerging Programs RFP Grant South Carolina Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $100K The State Abstinence Until Marriage—Emerging Programs funding aims to support innovative programs that promote Sexual Risk Avoidance Education (SRAE).	Not published	$100K
Rape Prevention Education Grant South Dakota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Varies Sexual violence is any sexual activity where consent is not freely given.	Not published	Varies
National Native Youth Initiative Program Norton Sound Health Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Delta Dental IL: Community Grants Program Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K The Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation's Community Grants Program aims to enhance oral health among Illinois residents, particularly children.	Not published	$1K – $20K
Warren Community Action Fund Grants Blue Mountain Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Warren Community Action Fund Grants support initiatives enhancing community quality of life, focusing on health, education, basic human needs, youth, agricultural training, historic preservation, scientific programs, arts, recreation…	Not published	Varies
DDAF Community Grants Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $40K The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation’s Community Grant program aims to enhance oral health across Arkansas by supporting nonprofit organizations and community initiatives focused on education and access to dental care for underserved…	Not published	$3K – $40K
Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Symposium Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Educational symposium for scholars and practitioners working in breast cancer research and treatment.	Not published	Varies
First Horizon Foundation Grants (Florida) First Horizon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The First Horizon Foundation, a private charitable organization established in 1993, has committed over $100 million to various community initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Health Ambassadors for People Experiencing Homelessness Sierra Health Foundation Center for Health Program Management · Foundation Not published · $100K – $3.9M A statewide program providing funding and technical assistance for organizations to hire, train, mentor and support Health Ambassadors.	Not published	$100K – $3.9M
Foundation for Health Enhancement Grant Foundation for Health Enhancement · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Foundation for Health Enhancement Grant aims to improve healthcare delivery in the U.S., focusing on preventive services and support for smaller organizations near Chicago.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Trauma Prevention The Childrens Dream Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies According to the Bureau of Occupational Health and Injury Prevention, in the Hudson Valley an estimated 50,000 children will be treated for traumatic injuries this year at local hospital emergency rooms.	Not published	Varies
Health & Fitness Center Endowed Scholarships Conway Regional Medical Center Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This endowed fund provides scholarships to patients in need of financial assistance for medical fitness programs.	Not published	Varies
FFLF Pearl Investment Initiative Grant Friends For Life Foundation, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The FFLF Pearl Investment Initiative Grant, offered by the Friends For Life Foundation, Inc., aims to improve the quality of life for disadvantaged residents in North Fulton, Georgia.	Not published	Up to $7K
NAFC: Sun Safety Grant Program National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) is the only nonprofit 501c(3) organization whose mission is solely focused on the issues and needs of the medically underserved throughout the nation and the more than 1,400…	Not published	Varies
OMYF Major Grants Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF) aims to empower at-risk children in Central Florida through funding programs that focus on arts, education, health, and homelessness.	Not published	Varies
Lilly Endowment's GIFT VII Community Leadership Grant Listed by Marshall County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K One-time $100,000 grant awarded to Marshall County Community Foundation to strengthen its leadership capacity and support community development initiatives through the Marshall County Crossroads team and enFocus Fellows program.	Not published	$100K
Massage Therapy Foundation: Research Awards Massage Therapy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The practice of massage therapy is evidence-informed and accessible to everyone. The Massage Therapy Foundation advances the knowledge and practice of massage therapy by supporting scientific research, education, and community service.	Not published	Varies
3 Rivers Credit Union Foundation Grant 3RIVERS Credit Union Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The 3 Rivers Credit Union Foundation Grant aims to improve community well-being by funding initiatives in financial literacy, education, and health.	Not published	Up to $8K
JJVCI Fellowship & Scholarship Grants & Educational Grants Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. (JJVCI) · Foundation Not published · Varies The JJVCI Fellowship & Scholarship Grants support educational initiatives and activities that enhance patient care.	Not published	Varies
Heartland Community Foundation: Heartland Healthy Living Fund Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Heartland Community Foundation: Heartland Healthy Living Fund The Heartland Healthy Living Fund was established in response to the Kansas Health Foundation’s second chapter of the Giving Resources to our World (GROW II) match grant…	Not published	Varies
Eyesight Foundation of Alabama - General Grant Program The Eyesight Foundation of Alabama Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Not explicitly stated in provided materials The EyeSight Foundation of Alabama has supported vision research and eye care services for decades, including support for Nobel Prize-winning research and comprehensive low vision rehabilitation…	Not published	Varies
Unified Government Hollywood Casino Fund Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $78K The Unified Government Hollywood Casino Fund Grant aims to enhance community health in Wyandotte County by funding initiatives that promote healthy eating and physical activity.	Not published	Up to $78K

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do health education grants award?

Of the 749 health education grants Grantable lists as of October 15, 2026, 379 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 active listings, the leading funders are State of New Jersey Department of Health (15), The Pfizer Foundation Inc (13), First Horizon Foundation (10), Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation (8), and Bayer Fund (8). In all, 545 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are health education grants due?

Of 749 grants listed, 17 accept applications on a rolling basis, 32 have a published upcoming deadline, 126 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 574 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 56% 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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