Delta Health Care Service Grant Program
This grant offers $6 million in funding for projects that address unmet health needs in the Delta Region through collaboration among healthcare and community organizations.
Funder: Rural Business-Cooperative Service
Due Dates: June 1, 2026: Full application due
Funding Amounts: $6,000,000 total; typical awards $50,000–$1,000,000 for up to 24 months; ~12 awards expected
Summary: Supports consortia in the Delta Region to address unmet health needs through collaborative health service, education, job training, or facility projects.
Description
This grant program provides financial assistance to consortia in the Delta Region (spanning parts of AL, AR, IL, KY, LA, MS, MO, TN) to address persistent health disparities. Funding is intended to foster collaboration among regional institutions of higher education, academic health and research institutes, and economic development entities. Projects may include developing healthcare services, health education programs, healthcare job training, and expanding public health-related facilities. Applications are competitively reviewed and must demonstrate community need, local support, and a clear work plan for measurable impact.
