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

June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

$20,000,000 total program funding; up to $555,000 per award; ~36 awards expected; no cost sharing required

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

--- ## Description The Nursing Workforce Diversity (NWD) program aims to increase nursing education opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. The program provides funding to accredited schools of nursing, nursing centers, academic health centers, and other eligible entities to develop and implement strategies that expand access, retention, and graduation of students from underrepresented or disadvantaged backgrounds in nursing education and careers. This initiative is designed to build a more diverse and representative nursing workforce to better serve the nation’s healthcare needs. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (Full application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $20,000,000 - Award ceiling: $555,000 per project - Award floor: $1 - Expected number of awards: approximately 36 - No cost sharing or matching requirement --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Accredited schools of nursing - Nursing centers - Academic health centers - Domestic public or private non-profit entities, such as: - State and local departments of health - Faith-based organizations - Community-based organizations - Tribes and tribal organizations - State governments - County governments - City or township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized and others) Applicants must be based in the United States and meet the accreditation or organizational requirements specified above. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361434). - Review the program forecast and official guidance for detailed instructions and required documentation. - Prepare to demonstrate organizational eligibility and a clear plan for increasing nursing workforce diversity. --- ## Additional Information - The program does not require cost sharing or matching funds. - Projects should focus on increasing educational access, retention, and graduation rates for disadvantaged individuals in nursing. - For the latest updates and detailed instructions, consult the [official Grants.gov listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361434). --- ## External Links - [HRSA Home Page](https://www.hrsa.gov) - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361434) --- ## 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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