Nursing Workforce Diversity
This grant supports programs that help people from disadvantaged backgrounds enter and succeed in nursing education.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $555,000 per award; approx. $20 million total funding; ~36 awards; project period typically 1 year
Summary: Supports increasing nursing education opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Description
This program aims to expand nursing education opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. The initiative is designed to build a more diverse and representative nursing workforce by supporting accredited schools of nursing, nursing centers, academic health centers, and other eligible organizations in developing and implementing projects that increase access to nursing education and training for underrepresented and disadvantaged populations.
