[Robert Wood Johnson Foundation](https://www.rwjf.org)

March 3, 2026 (Full proposal due by 3:00 p.m. ET)

Up to 30 grants of $50,000 each for a 9-month project period; no matching required.

Supports U.S. nonprofits to collect, analyze, and use local data to address inequities in community conditions and advance health equity.

Universities and government agencies are not eligible as lead applicants; only one application per organization.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the United States and its territories to collect, analyze, and utilize data that address inequities in the physical, economic, and social conditions of specific localities. The program aims to empower communities and organizations with actionable data to inform local policies and practices, advance health equity, and catalyze meaningful local change. Projects should focus on one of six eligible conditions—built environment, climate and environment, community safety, healthy food access, housing, or transportation—and should be designed to generate insights that directly inform and prompt local action. The program emphasizes flexibility in data collection and analysis methods, allowing applicants to choose approaches best suited to their communities. --- ## Due Dates - March 3, 2026: Deadline for full proposals (due by 3:00 p.m. ET) - May 11, 2026: Notification of awards - July 1, 2026: Grant start date --- ## Funding Amount - Each award is $50,000 (fixed amount; requests for more or less are not allowed) - Up to 30 awards will be made - Project duration: 9 months (July 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027) - No matching funds required - Funds are provided as a single disbursement at the start of the grant period - Indirect costs are allowed within the $50,000 total (see [RWJF indirect cost policy](https://www.rwjf.org/content/granteeresources/legal-and-policy/Indirect_Cost_Rate.html)) --- ## Eligibility **Eligible applicants:** - Nonprofit organizations that are tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) or Section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code - Organizations fiscally sponsored by an eligible 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) organization (fiscal sponsor must pass through full award to sponsored project, minus a reasonable fee) - Organizations based in the U.S. or its territories **Not eligible:** - Universities (public or private), university foundations, or any university entity - State and local government agencies (including public health departments, school districts, and public schools) - Private foundations or nonfunctionally integrated Type III supporting organizations - Current grantees of the Local Data for Equitable Communities program (2025-2026 cycle) - Organizations may submit only one application **Additional notes:** - National or state-level organizations may apply, but the project must focus on a local geography - Organizations may partner or subcontract with any type of organization, but only one eligible nonprofit can serve as lead applicant --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [RWJF application portal](https://my.rwjf.org/applyFromWebsite.do?cfp=3503) - Review the [Call for Proposals (CFP)](https://my.rwjf.org/viewCfp.do?cfp=1746), [program-specific FAQs](https://anr.rwjf.org/templates/external/FAQ_Local%20Data%20for%20Equitable%20Communities%20Program%20Specific%202026_02_11.pdf), and [applicant webinar slides](http://anr.rwjf.org/templates/external/DHC4%20Feb2026%20Applicant%20Webinar%20Slides.pdf) before applying - Required application materials include: - Organizational eligibility checklists - Project summary and narrative (addressing specific CFP questions) - Demographic information (not used in funding decisions) - Financial documents (most recent two years of financial statements and current/next year operating budget) - Budget worksheet (fixed at $50,000; no uploads required) - No late applications accepted; allow ample time for system account creation and document upload - Only one application per organization --- ## Additional Information - Eligible geographies: Neighborhood(s), city, county, metropolitan area, or tribal area within the U.S. or its territories - Projects must focus on one primary eligible condition: built environment, climate/environment, community safety, healthy food access, housing, or transportation - Ineligible topics include: child care, economic development, health outcomes, access to healthcare/services, public benefits, homelessness, civic engagement/voting, job training, workforce development, education, immigration/migration, or individual-level social/medical needs - Projects must be designed for near-term decision-making and action, not for general research, capacity building, or program evaluation - Funds may not be used for general operating support, lobbying, advocacy, political activities, or construction/renovation --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Application Instructions](https://www.rwjf.org/en/grants/active-funding-opportunities/2026/local-data-for-equitable-communities.html) - [Apply Online](https://my.rwjf.org/applyFromWebsite.do?cfp=3503) - [Call for Proposals (PDF)](https://my.rwjf.org/viewCfp.do?cfp=1746) - [Program-specific FAQs (PDF)](https://anr.rwjf.org/templates/external/FAQ_Local%20Data%20for%20Equitable%20Communities%20Program%20Specific%202026_02_11.pdf) - [Applicant Webinar Recording](http://rwjf.zoom.us/clips/share/JOnYAoMFRWeLe9KL_CQY7g) - [Applicant Webinar Slides (PDF)](http://anr.rwjf.org/templates/external/DHC4%20Feb2026%20Applicant%20Webinar%20Slides.pdf) - [RWJF Indirect Cost Policy](https://www.rwjf.org/content/granteeresources/legal-and-policy/Indirect_Cost_Rate.html) - [Urban Institute Program Site & Past Grantees](https://localdataforequitablecommunities.org/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |---------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Program & eligibility questions | [localdata@urban.org](mailto:localdata@urban.org) | | RWJF general inquiries | [info@rwjf.org](mailto:info@rwjf.org) / +1 877-843-7953 | | Financial document questions | Christine Lee, Program Finance Analyst: [clee@rwjf.org](mailto:clee@rwjf.org) | For more information, visit the [RWJF Contact Page](https://www.rwjf.org/en/about-rwjf/contact-us.html).

Local Data for Equitable Communities

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