Rural Health Funding & Opportunities: Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention

Strengthening Social Connection in Communities Grant Inactive
Grant for programs to support the implementation of new or the expansion of existing social connection programs and initiatives designed to address the specific needs of older adults and/or caregivers.

Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Dec 5, 2025
Sponsors: American Hospital Association, Health Foundation for Western and Central New York, RRF Foundation for Aging, Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University, The John A. Hartford Foundation, USAging

Rural Advancement for Maryland Peers Inactive
Grant funding for organizations that offer professional development for existing, or training to prospective certified peer recovery specialists in Maryland.

Geographic coverage: 18 counties in Maryland
Application Deadline: Nov 21, 2025
Sponsor: Maryland Department of Labor

Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota Caring Foundation Rural Health Grants Program Inactive
Funding to support health and well-being of rural North Dakotans and address the social determinants of health needs affecting communities.

Geographic coverage: North Dakota
Application Deadline: Nov 14, 2025
Sponsors: Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, University of North Dakota Center for Rural Health

Planning and Implementation Grants to Strengthen Rural Health Care in Tennessee Inactive
Grants for planning and implementing programs designed to support innovative approaches that address the unique challenges faced by rural communities in accessing high-quality healthcare.

Geographic coverage: Tennessee
Letter of Intent (Required): Nov 14, 2025
Application Deadline: Jan 15, 2026
Sponsor: Tennessee Rural Health Care Center of Excellence at UT Health Science Center

Cultivating Healthy Communities - Arts, Health, and Well-Being in Rural Communities Inactive
Grant funds for projects that foster belonging, social connection and civic participation, community cohesion, and overall well-being of individuals and communities in rural areas of Washington.

Geographic coverage: Washington
Application Deadline: Nov 13, 2025
Sponsor: Washington State Arts Commission

Minnesota Hunger Free Campus Grants Inactive
Funding for campuses in Minnesota to achieve and/or sustain the criteria for Hunger Free Campus Designation.

Geographic coverage: Minnesota
Application Deadline: Nov 13, 2025
Sponsor: Minnesota Office of Higher Education (OHE)

Tribal Injury Prevention Cooperative Agreement Program Inactive
Funding for Tribes to implement focused, community-based injury prevention programs and projects using evidence-based and promising strategies

Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Nov 13, 2025
Sponsors: Indian Health Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Million Hearts Hospitals & Health Systems Recognition Program Inactive
A recognition program for hospitals and health systems with innovative cardiovascular health work.

Geographic coverage: Nationwide
Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2025
Sponsors: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

New Mexico Hero of Health Award Inactive
Honors individuals working to make a significant difference in the heath of communities in New Mexico.

Geographic coverage: New Mexico
Application Deadline: Oct 20, 2025
Sponsor: Con Alma Health Foundation

Pennsylvania Rural Health Awards Inactive
Awards for individuals and organizations who have made substantial contributions to rural health in Pennsylvania.

Geographic coverage: Pennsylvania
Application Deadline: Oct 17, 2025
Sponsor: Pennsylvania Office of Rural Health

Rural Health Funding by Topic: Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention

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Funding by Topic: Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention