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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GSCF: Kansas Health Foundation Fund Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The GSCF Kansas Health Foundation Fund supports public health initiatives in Saline County, KS, focusing on healthy lifestyles and preventative programs.	Not published	Varies
COVID-19 Microgrants Fund (Spanish Language - Closed) Meedan Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K	Not published	$500 – $3K
CARES Foundation Grant Cares Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CARES Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in California's Sacramento region that address the needs of individuals living with HIV.	Not published	Varies
Hawaii Women's Legal Foundation Grants Hawaii Women's Legal Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Hawaii Women's Legal Foundation (HWLF) has been supporting the rights and welfare of women and children in Hawaii for over 30 years.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Mammography Assistance Program (M.A.P.) McDonough District Hospital Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · 100% funding for breast screening mammogram Financial assistance program for individuals seeking funding for breast screening mammograms. Provides 100 percent funding to receive this life-saving exam for early detection of cancer.	Not published	100% funding for breast screening mammogram
FY27 480-40-3710 IDEC Home Visiting Early Childhood · State Not published · Varies The IDEC Home Visiting Program supports pregnant people and parents with young children ages 0-5 who live in Illinois communities that face greater risks and barriers to achieving positive maternal and child health outcomes.	Not published	Varies
Team Nutrition Grants State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies Provides funding and training to promote healthy eating habits to public, private nonprofit or proprietary centers licensed to provide non-residential childcare services.	Not published	Varies
Therapeutic Garden Grants National Garden Bureau · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Therapeutic Garden Grants program, sponsored by the National Garden Bureau, awards $7,500 annually to five selected therapeutic gardens, promoting health and healing through gardening.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Food Allergy Fund Microbiome Collective Grant Food Allergy Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Food Allergy Fund Microbiome Collective is inviting Letters of Intent for innovative research proposals aimed at understanding the microbiome's role in food allergies.	Not published	Up to $250K
Foundation for a Healthy Carolina Grant Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · Varies Foundation for a Healthy Carolina directs grantmaking to organizations that are aligned with its vision to create equity and enhance access to quality healthcare for vulnerable populations.	Not published	Varies
National PTA Program Grants 2025-2026 The Endowment Fund of the National Congress of Parents and Teachers · Foundation Not published · Varies General program grants to support PTA initiatives and programs throughout the country.	Not published	Varies
Vegas Golden Knights Foundation Grant Vegas Golden Knights Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Vegas Golden Knights Foundation Grant supports local non-profits in Las Vegas, focusing on health and wellness, education, youth sports, and military and first responders.	Not published	Up to $20K
USF: Adult Learn-to-Swim Grants USA Swimming Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Adult Learn-to-Swim Grants, offered by the USA Swimming Foundation in collaboration with U.S. Masters Swimming, aim to enhance swimming safety for adults aged 18 and over.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Chicago White Sox Community Fund Robert R McCormick Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCormick Foundation matches all donations at 50% and covers all administration fees, so your entire donation, plus the match will be granted to qualified nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
First Horizon Foundation Grant (Chattanooga and Cleveland, TN) First Horizon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Through the First Horizon Foundation we are constantly investing in organizations across our footprint that do important work every day to make the places we serve better and stronger.	Not published	Varies
Breast Cancer Eradication Initiative (Pink Ribbon Open) - Community Grants Breast Cancer Eradication Initiative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Pink Ribbon Open (Breast Cancer Eradication Initiative, Germantown TN) awards annual grants to Shelby County TN nonprofits/healthcare orgs for breast-cancer education/screening/diagnostics/treatment/support for uninsured/underserved…	Not published	Varies
Julie O’Sullivan Maillet Research Grant Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Julie O’Sullivan Maillet Research Grant supports research demonstrating the impact of dietetics professionals on public health. It aims to highlight their evolving role within the profession.	Not published	$3K
Addressing Knowledge Gaps in Ulcerative Colitis (UC) Care The Pfizer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This competitive program seeks to champion healthcare professional learning by providing education on new therapies and patient management considerations in ulcerative colitis (UC).	Not published	Varies
Abbott Nutrition Award in Women’s Health Grant Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Abbott Nutrition Award in Women’s Health, presented by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation, recognizes dietitians who significantly contribute to women's health through nutrition.	Not published	$2K
Community Connections Funding Opportunity (Northwest and Southeast Ohio) Healthpath Foundation of Ohio · Foundation Not published · Varies A person’s health is ultimately driven by the individual and his or her community, while decisions made at the federal, state, and county level affect the health care system.	Not published	Varies
Women United Grants United Way of Greater Charlottesville · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K Women United is a philanthropic committee of United Way that supports local women and children through collective giving of membership.	Not published	Up to $60K
The Portage Foundation Grants The Portage Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Portage Foundation Grants focus on nine vital funding priority areas that address the community's needs in Portage County.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Community Sleep Health and Public Awareness Grant American Academy of Sleep Medicine · Foundation Not published · Varies For 25 years the AASM Foundation has been the leading organization helping investigators, community leaders, and clinicians address the challenges of the evolving field of sleep.	Not published	Varies
Bausch Foundation Contributions Grant Bausch & Lomb Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bausch Foundation, established by Bausch Health Companies Inc., supports global charitable initiatives focused on disease prevention, improving patient outcomes, and education related to its core businesses.	Not published	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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