[Health Resources and Services Administration](https://www.hrsa.gov)

June 2026

Up to $555,000 per award; estimated total program funding $20,000,000; ~36 awards expected; project duration typically 1 year.

Supports projects to increase nursing education opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.

No cost sharing or matching required; forecasted opportunity—dates are projected.

--- ## Description This program aims to increase nursing education opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, including racial and ethnic minorities underrepresented among registered nurses. Funded projects may include scholarships, stipends, pre-entry preparation, academic and social support, retention activities, and other strategies that address barriers to nursing education and entry into the nursing workforce. The grant supports accredited nursing schools, nursing centers, academic health centers, and a range of public or private entities committed to diversifying the nursing workforce. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated/projected; full application deadline, electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. ET) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Award ceiling: $555,000 per award - Estimated total program funding: $20,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 36 - Award floor: $1 - Project duration: typically 1 year - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Accredited schools of nursing - Nursing centers - Academic health centers - State and local departments of health - Faith-based and community-based organizations - Tribes and tribal organizations - State, county, city, township, and special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and private institutions of higher education - Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status, other than institutions of higher education) - Other domestic public or private entities Applicants must be based in the United States. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically by the anticipated deadline. - Carefully review the program forecast and eligibility requirements. - Prepare all required documentation and budget forms. - Monitor the [program page](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361434) for updates and the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) release. --- ## Additional Information - This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates and details are subject to change. - No cost sharing or matching is required. - The program is designed to address barriers to nursing education for disadvantaged individuals, including through academic, financial, and social support. --- ## External Links - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Forecast](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361434) - [Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Home](https://www.hrsa.gov) - [HRSA Contact Page](https://www.hrsa.gov/about/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |----------------|-------------------------------|--------------| | Jasmine Price | [BHW-NWD@hrsa.gov](mailto:BHW-NWD@hrsa.gov) | 301.443.7151 | ---

Nursing Workforce Diversity

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