Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program
The Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program funds projects to improve rural healthcare in Alabama through advances in IT, health services, workforce, mental health, and rural practice innovation.
Funder: Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
Due Dates: June 26, 2026 (Full application deadline, 5:00 PM Central Time)
Funding Amounts: Over $140M available across five major initiatives (individual NOFOs range from ~$6.9M to ~$60.9M); typical period of performance through July 31, 2027.
Summary: Supports projects to transform rural healthcare in Alabama through funding for IT/cybersecurity, health services, workforce, mental health, and rural practice improvements.
Key Information: Multiple NOFOs; applicants may apply to more than one if projects are distinct and meet eligibility.
Description
The Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program (ARHTP) is a large-scale, multi-initiative funding opportunity administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA), with support from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The program aims to transform the rural healthcare ecosystem in Alabama by supporting projects that improve access, quality, sustainability, and innovation in rural health delivery. Funding is available through competitive subawards for a range of initiatives, including electronic health records (EHR), IT and cybersecurity, rural health services, workforce development, mental health, and rural health practice enhancements. Each initiative has its own Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) with specific eligibility, allowable activities, and budget.
