Georgia posts mega-updates, Iowas Hub & Spoke RFI, and Indiana due in 4 days
In this issue:
West Virginia opens Q&A form for Smart Care Catalyst - Provider Productivity Support Fund
Arizona reminder: Arizona Rural Health Conference is June 2-3, 2026
North Dakota reminds on deadlines
Georgia gears up— Competitive Grant Application Opens Tomorrow— $356,465 per award; up to 20 awards available
Iowa posts Request for Information Healthy Hometowns Cardiovascular Health Hub and Spoke Networks of Care
Indiana opportunities for Teleconsult/Telehealth Landscape Assessment and Program Evaluator due May 18
West Virginia opens Q&A form for Smart Care Catalyst - Provider Productivity Support Fund
Arizona reminder: Arizona Rural Health Conference is June 2-3, 2026
High Country Conference Center
201 West Butler Avenue
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Reserve your spot!
North Dakota reminds on deadlines
Deadline: May 15: Workforce & Training Opportunities
Expand Rural Health Care Rotations
Supports expanding rural clinical rotations, embedding students in rural facilities and providing short-term housing assistance.
Eligible applicants: Healthcare providers, EMS, tribes and tribal health organizations, nonprofits, public health units and education systems
Funding: Approximately $200,000 per award
Train in Place Funding Opportunity
Supports existing healthcare workers pursuing higher credentials through local, virtual, evening or weekend training programs.
Eligible applicants: Healthcare providers, EMS, tribes and tribal health organizations, nonprofits, public health units and education systems
Funding: Approximately $135,000 per award
Apply for Workforce and Training Opportunities
Deadline: May 22: Healthcare System & Community Wellness Opportunities
Rightsizing Health Care Delivery Systems for the Future
Provides technical assistance and analysis to help rural healthcare facilities evaluate service models and future community needs.
Eligible applicants: Rural critical access hospitals, federally qualified health centers and owned/operated clinics
Funding: Approximately $42,000 per award, with additional funding available for select analytics participation
Zero-Hour PE Initiative
Supports before-school physical activity programs for middle and high school students.
Eligible applicants: Rural and tribal public and private schools, REAs and school consortiums
Funding: $10,000–$70,000 per award
Community Gardens Project
Supports community garden initiatives that increase access to fresh foods and strengthen community connection.
Eligible applicants: Rural schools, civic groups, municipalities, healthcare facilities, parks and recreation entities, public health units and nonprofits
Funding: $5,000–$30,000 per award
Community-Based Walking Program
Supports organized community walking initiatives, outreach campaigns and wellness engagement activities.
Eligible applicants: Civic groups, municipalities, healthcare facilities, parks and recreation entities, public health units and nonprofits
Funding: $25,000–$125,000 per award
Apply for Healthcare System & Community Wellness Opportunities
Deadline: May 29: Behavioral Health & Community Support Opportunities
Behavioral Health Promotion Community Grant
Supports projects focused on mental health promotion, suicide prevention and substance use prevention.
Eligible applicants: Healthcare providers, tribes and tribal health organizations, schools, law enforcement, nonprofits, childcare providers and community organizations
Funding: Approximately $160,000 per award
Ensuring Safety Net Service Delivery
Supports efforts to address gaps in healthcare and behavioral health services for vulnerable populations and specialized care needs.
Eligible applicants: Healthcare providers, transportation providers, nonprofits, education systems and community organizations
Funding: Approximately $300,000 per award
