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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Global Cancer Prevention Grants Prevent Cancer Foundation aka Cancer Research & Prevention Fndn · Foundation Not published · $95K The Foundation provides funding for innovative cancer prevention and early detection projects through grants in low- and middle-income countries.	Not published	$95K
Smiles for Kids Grant Program Delta Dental Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Smiles for Kids Grant Program, funded by the Delta Dental Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in North Carolina by providing grants focused on children's oral health education initiatives, particularly in underserved areas.	Not published	Up to $5K
Infant & Maternal Health Grant Women's Foundation of Mississippi · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Grants Fremont Area United Way · Foundation Not published · Varies Together, funders work to advance Healthy Community, Youth Opportunity, Financial Security and strengthen overall Community Resiliency to build a future where everyone can reach their full potential.	Not published	Varies
Sickle Cell Disease Visiting Professorship Program Grant The Pfizer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Sickle Cell Disease Visiting Professorship Program aims to provide crucial financial support for organizations lacking SCD-focused resources.	Not published	Up to $15K
BioMarin Medical Education Grant BioMarin · Foundation Not published · Varies The BioMarin Medical Education Grant offers funding for educational activities aimed at enhancing the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals.	Not published	Varies
Thriving Young People Grants The Colorado Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K The Colorado Health Foundation aims to empower young people in Colorado, particularly those facing health inequities, including youth of color and LGBTQ+ individuals.	Not published	$50K – $200K
DDIF: Toothbrush Donations Grant Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The DDIF: Toothbrush Donations program, supported by the Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation, aims to improve oral health by providing essential dental supplies like toothbrushes, toothpaste, and floss.	Not published	Varies
Racial Equity Fund Grant York County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Racial Equity Fund Grant, initiated by the York County Community Foundation in 2021, aims to promote equitable opportunities by funding projects that combat racism and inequity.	Not published	Up to $15K
Rita J. Bicknell Women’s Health Fund Grant Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rita J. Bicknell Women’s Health Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas, empowers women by funding initiatives that enhance their health and quality of life.	Not published	Varies
Optometry Giving Sight Project Grants Optometry Giving Sight · Foundation Not published · Varies OGS funds organizations focused on three core pillars:	Not published	Varies
Health Career Connection Internship Grant John Muir Health · Foundation Not published · Varies The Health Career Connection Internship, offered by John Muir Health, is a 10-week full-time program aimed at empowering underrepresented college students in healthcare.	Not published	Varies
Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics Training NOFA Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · $75K The Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics Training NOFA, issued by the New Jersey Department of Health, aims to enhance maternal health by providing essential training to healthcare professionals.	Not published	$75K
Center of Excellence on Eating Disorders Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Center of Excellence on Eating Disorders aims to enhance the national response to eating disorders by providing specialized training and technical assistance to healthcare providers.	Not published	Varies
Tobacco Youth & Community Engagement RFA (SD) Grant South Dakota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Tobacco Youth & Community Engagement RFA (SD) aims to empower youth and their communities to combat tobacco use, including e-cigarettes.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment program aims to enhance public health by implementing a model that screens for substance use in primary care and community settings.	Not published	Varies
SNAP-Ed (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education) Grant Down East Partnership for Children · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Patient Community Liaison Microgrant The Foundation to Advance Vascular Cures · Foundation Not published · Varies The Patient Community Liaison Microgrant was created to help patient ambassadors and community leaders lead grassroots and community efforts to advance awareness, treatment, and prevention of vascular diseases, particularly Peripheral…	Not published	Varies
Trusted Messenger Grant Initiative \| Cohort One California State Alliance of Ymcas · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Healthy Watertown Grants Watertown Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K	Not published	Up to $2K
KFAS: Applied, Fundamental and Young Researcher Grants Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) offers grants for Applied, Fundamental, and Young Researcher projects in key domains such as Health, STEAM Education, and Environment.	Not published	Varies
First Horizon Foundation Grant (Virginia) 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
Stealth Biotherapeutics Grants & Sponsorships Stealth Biotherapeutics · Foundation Not published · Varies Stealth Biotherapeutics offers grants and sponsorships aimed at enhancing healthcare education for providers and patient communities.	Not published	Varies
Utah Medical Association Grant Utah Medical Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Utah Medical Association Grant provides financial support for projects that enhance education for healthcare professionals, improve treatment facilities, and promote public health initiatives aimed at disease prevention in Utah.	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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