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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Send a Teacher Initiative Society of Health and Physical Educators · Foundation Not published · Varies SHAPE America's "Send a Teacher" initiative highlights the important role that health and physical education can play in the lives of students.	Not published	Varies
Community Change Grants from America Walks TransOptions Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K	Not published	$2K
Bayer Fund: Food & Nutrition Grant Bayer Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bayer Fund: Food & Nutrition Grant supports high-quality programs that combat malnutrition and improve access to nutritious foods, particularly for underserved communities and families with young children.	Not published	Varies
Legacy Program / Design to Action Networks San Diego Tijuana World Design Capital 2024 · Foundation Not published · Varies The future-focused extension of the WDC 2024 community program prioritizing investment and support for initiatives with potential to bring about long-lasting transformative regional change.	Not published	Varies
BMS Independent Medical Education Requests Grant Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation Inc supports independent medical education to enhance healthcare professional competence and improve patient health outcomes.	Not published	Up to $20K
New York State Tribute Foundation Grants New York State Tribute Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $15K The New York State Tribute Foundation Grants support initiatives that enhance understanding of death, dying, and bereavement.	Not published	$500 – $15K
LifeCare Health Care Fund - Think Pink Breast Cancer Fund LifeCare Medical Center · Foundation Not published · $11K	Not published	$11K
Vape-Free Futures Challenge Grant The Endowment Fund of the National Congress of Parents and Teachers · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant focused on addressing vaping among youth.	Not published	Varies
BCBSTX Sponsorships Grant BlueCross BlueShield - Health Care Services Corporation (HCSC) · Foundation Not published · $250 – $5K The BCBSTX Sponsorships program supports organizations focused on health and wellness in Texas, offering sponsorships ranging from $250 to $5,000. This initiative encourages community engagement through events like health fairs and runs.	Not published	$250 – $5K
Substance Use Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Block Grant (SUBG) AHCCCS Current Grants · State Not published · Varies SAMHSA-administered program providing funds to AHCCCS to plan, implement, and evaluate activities that prevent and treat substance use in Arizona, including early intervention, harm reduction, recovery, and support services.	Not published	Varies
Oral Health Grant Program Delta Dental of MIssouri · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Delta Dental of Missouri Grant Program aims to improve oral health in Missouri by funding initiatives that reduce oral disease, enhance access to quality dental care, and raise awareness, particularly among underserved populations.	Not published	$5K – $100K
ACAAI Community Grant — Implementation Projects American College of Allergy Asthma & Immunology Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Implementation track of ACAAI's GSK-supported Community Grants provides up to $25,000 for 12–24 months for projects where preliminary data has already been gathered and the work is ready to be implemented.	Not published	Up to $25K
Florida Blue Corporate Giving Grant Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Florida Blue Corporate Giving focuses on enhancing community health through strategic partnerships with local nonprofits in Florida.	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 Request for Proposals & Grant Priorities The Donor Alliance Foundation · Foundation Not published · $225K The Foundation funds efforts through three program areas:	Not published	$225K
Naomi C. Broering Latinx Heritage Grant Medical Library Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The Naomi C. Broering Latinx Heritage Grant, established by MLA Past-President Naomi C. Broering, supports individuals of Hispanic or Latino ethnicity in advancing medical information services.	Not published	$1K
Froedtert Hospital Community Investment Fund Grant Froedtert Hospital Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Froedtert Hospital Community Investment Fund aims to enhance community health in Milwaukee County through collaborative, evidence-based projects.	Not published	$10K
Youth and Young Adult Well-Being Grant Nantahala Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Youth and Young Adult Well-Being Grant from the Nantahala Health Foundation aims to enhance the health and well-being of youth and young adults aged 5 to 24 in Western North Carolina.	Not published	Up to $100K
Humane Society of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Grant The Humane Society of the Commonwealth · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Humane Society of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Grant supports 501(c)(3) public charities focused on preventing accidents and injuries on the water.	Not published	$5K – $50K
McMillen Family Foundation Grant McMillen Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The McMillen Family Foundation Grant aims to support non-profit organizations in Southern California focused on treatment, prevention, and education regarding alcohol and drug dependency.	Not published	Up to $50K
MTDPHHS School Health Grants Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The MTDPHHS School Health Grants aim to enhance health education in Montana schools by providing funding for projects that support school nurses, counselors, and educators.	Not published	Up to $1K
HCF: Responsive Funding - Community Event Sponsorships Healthy Communities Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Healthy Communities Foundation’s Responsive Grants Portal is closed as we transition to a new grants management system. We aim to reopen the portal in Fall 2025.	Not published	Varies
Alzheimer’s Awareness Grant (MN) Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $20K – $80K The Alzheimer’s Awareness Grant (MN) aims to foster public understanding of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) through a statewide information campaign.	Not published	$20K – $80K
Wayne Memorial Health Foundation Community Grant Program Wayne Memorial Hospital · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
COA Local Branch Educational Support The PHS Commissioned Officers Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Education and Training Committee of the Commissioned Officers Foundation (COF) provides funding to support Commissioned Officer Association (COA) local branches for activities related to public health education and training.	Rolling	Varies

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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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