Fund For A Healthy Nevada
Forecasted
The Fund for a Healthy Nevada supports research-driven programs advancing public health priorities across Nevada, guided by community needs and administered by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services.
Funder: Nevada Department of Health and Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typically $20–25 million total distributed per biennium; individual award sizes and durations vary by program area.
Summary: Supports statewide initiatives to improve health and well-being of Nevada residents, with priorities set by biennial community needs assessments.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details may shift—refer to official program page for updates.
Description
The Fund for a Healthy Nevada, administered by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), utilizes a portion of the state’s tobacco settlement funds to support programs that address Nevada’s most pressing health and wellness needs. The fund’s priorities are determined through biennial statewide community needs assessments, ensuring funding targets areas of greatest need, such as behavioral/mental health, access to health care, housing, food security, support for persons with disabilities, and family support services. Funding is distributed through competitive grant processes to eligible agencies and organizations that align with the strategic priorities established for each cycle.
