Health Workforce Research Center (HWRC)
Funds research centers to analyze and inform policymakers about health workforce needs at federal, state, and local levels.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $450,000–$900,000 per award; ~$4.95M total program funding; up to 11 awards; 1-year project period
Summary: Supports research to inform federal, state, and local decision-makers on health workforce needs.
Description
This opportunity supports the establishment and operation of Health Workforce Research Centers (HWRCs) to conduct research that informs policy and decision-makers at multiple levels about the needs, supply, and distribution of the health workforce. The program aims to generate data and analysis to guide effective workforce planning, policy, and investments, ultimately improving access to care and meeting emerging health system challenges.
