Health Education Grants

Last updated October 15, 2026

Grantable tracks 749 active health education grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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Basic Health & Safety Needs Grants Buhl Regional Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Buhl Regional Health Foundation (BRHF) invites proposals from nonprofit organizations serving Mercer County to support initiatives that strengthen the Basic Health and Safety Needs of children, youth, and their families.	Not published	Varies
Research on the Causes and Prevention of Youth Tobacco Use Virginia Commonwealth University · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Healthy Communities Grant Program Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Healthy Communities Grant Program, previously known as Build Healthy, Strong Communities, is dedicated to improving community health in partnership with nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Up to $50K
Advances in Migraine Management RFP Grant The Pfizer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K This competitive program seeks to encourage organizations to submit grant applications for educational activities focused on healthcare professionals involved in the management and care of people with migraine.	Not published	Up to $200K
Thriving Community Impact Fund: Event Sponsorship, Local Membership, and Community Engagement Requests Grant Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thriving Community Impact Fund supports local events and initiatives that promote health and well-being in the community. Applications should be submitted at least 12 weeks prior to the event date.	Not published	Varies
Frances L. & Edwin L. Cummings Memorial Fund Grant Frances & Edwin Cummings Mem FD Tr Uw · Foundation Not published · Varies The Frances L. & Edwin L. Cummings Memorial Fund Grant supports organizations in New York City and Northeastern New Jersey focusing on social welfare, education, and health.	Not published	Varies
Hemphill Wellness Fund Eastmont Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Marcy Shulman Memorial Organization Grant Program Colburn-Keenan Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Marcy Shulman Memorial Organization Grant Program, established by the Colburn-Keenan Foundation, supports organizations improving the lives of individuals with chronic illnesses, particularly within the bleeding disorders community.	Not published	Up to $5K
John W. Boynton Fund Grant: Older Adults in Massachusetts John W Boynton Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The John W. Boynton Fund Grant supports organizations that benefit older adults in Massachusetts, particularly in the Athol area.	Not published	$10K – $25K
See, Test & Treat Grant Single-Year Funding College Of American Pathologists Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The See, Test & Treat Grant offers funding for a pathologist-led cancer screening program aimed at underserved communities.	Not published	Up to $50K
Sorenson Legacy Foundation Grant Sorenson Legacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sorenson Legacy Foundation Grant aims to improve lives through support for education, health care, community development, and innovation.	Not published	Varies
Fund for Sandwich Grant The Cape Cod Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Fund for Sandwich Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for Sandwich, MA residents through grants for initiatives addressing community challenges.	Not published	Up to $5K
Charity or Community Support Grant Novo Nordisk USA · Foundation Not published · Varies Novo Nordisk USA offers financial support for initiatives that benefit patients and communities, focusing on charity or community support.	Not published	Varies
Cavaliers Community Foundation Grant Cavaliers Youth Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Cavaliers Community Foundation (CCF) is a charitable organization established in 1993 that supports local non-profits focused on youth development in Northeast Ohio.	Not published	$10K
Asthma Education, Policy, and Care Coverage Grant Illinois Department of Public Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $535K The Asthma Education, Policy, and Care Coverage grant program aims to enhance childhood asthma outcomes by providing asthma self-management education (AS-ME) to students and caregivers across Illinois.	Not published	Up to $535K
FBCF Education Grants Florida Breast Cancer Coalition Research Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Florida Breast Cancer Foundation (FBCF) offers education grants for Florida organizations, providing up to $7,500 for single-county projects and up to $15,000 for multi-county initiatives.	Not published	Up to $15K
Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation Grant Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $1M The Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation provides grants for capital projects related to youth, education, health, community, recreation, and the arts in Santa Barbara's South Coast.	Not published	$10K – $1M
AHEAD Awards (Advancing Health Equity and Addressing Disparities) American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the American Cancer Society is to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive…	Not published	Varies
Title X Family Planning Grant Arizona Family Health Partnership · Foundation Not published · $6.1M	Not published	$6.1M
As You Sow Grants As You Sow · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K As You Sow Grants promotes environmental and social corporate responsibility through funding initiatives that focus on toxic exposure and consumer protection in California.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Wayne Memorial Health Foundation Community Grant Program Wayne Memorial Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Wellness Fund Grant Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Wellness Fund Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico, aims to enhance maternal and child health outcomes in the region.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Continental Resources Charitable Donation: Health Grant Continental Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies Continental Resources is committed to supporting health initiatives within the communities it operates. Through charitable donations, the company focuses on funding marathons, wellness classes, and research initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Quit PartnerTM Ambassadors Program Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $65K – $98K Applicants are encouraged to submit an optional, non-binding Notice of Intent (indicated above as Letter of Inquiry). Proposals will still be considered even if an applicant does not submit a Notice of Intent.	Not published	$65K – $98K

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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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