2026-2029 Rural Hospital Flexibility Grant Program
Forecasted
The 2026-2029 Rural Hospital Flexibility Grant Program supports North Carolina Critical Access Hospitals in improving care quality, financial health, and operational effectiveness through technical assistance and collaboration.
Funder: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $380,000 per year for 3 years (maximum); funding is contingent on federal and state appropriations.
Summary: Supports technical assistance and collaborative projects to improve quality, financial, and operational performance of Critical Access Hospitals in North Carolina.
Key Information: Grant is forecasted; all dates and details are projected—confirm with the program page before applying.
Description
This program, administered by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), aims to enhance the quality of care, financial stability, and operational effectiveness of Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) across North Carolina. Funding supports technical assistance, collaborative networks, statewide and regional meetings, and individualized projects to help CAHs share best practices, improve population health, and strengthen primary care capacity. The program also emphasizes systematic quality performance data reporting and compliance with the Medicare Beneficiary Quality Improvement Program (MBQIP).
