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

June 2026

$4,500,000 total; up to $4,500,000 per award; typically 1 award; project period 1 year

Supports technical assistance to organizations and stakeholders improving health care access and quality in rural communities.

This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details are subject to change.

--- ## Description The Rural Community Health Support Program is a cooperative agreement designed to enhance the capacity of community-based organizations and rural health stakeholders. The program focuses on developing, delivering, and coordinating nationally available technical assistance to improve and expand the delivery and access to quality health care for rural populations. The ultimate aim is to support rural communities in addressing healthcare disparities and strengthening health systems. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated/projected, full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $4,500,000 - Award ceiling: $4,500,000 (maximum per award) - Award floor: $0 - Expected number of awards: 1 - Project period: 1 year No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State, county, city, or township governments - Special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) - Private institutions of higher education - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - Others, including domestic faith-based and community-based organizations, tribes, and tribal organizations Eligibility is broad and unrestricted, encompassing most public or private, non-profit or for-profit entities operating in the United States. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically by the anticipated deadline. - Refer to the official [Grants.gov opportunity page](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361316) for updates, instructions, and application package availability. - Prepare to provide detailed plans for technical assistance delivery, coordination, and impact on rural health care access. --- ## Additional Information - This is a forecasted grant opportunity; all details, including deadlines and funding, are subject to change. - The program is administered as a cooperative agreement, indicating substantial involvement by HRSA in project implementation. --- ## External Links - [Program Listing on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361316) - [Health Resources and Services Administration](https://www.hrsa.gov) - [HRSA Contact Page](https://www.hrsa.gov/about/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |-----------------|-----------------------------|--------------| | Michele Gibson | [mgibson@hrsa.gov](mailto:mgibson@hrsa.gov) | 301-443-7320 |

Rural Community Health Support Program

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