Grants for Individuals - Health

The Steven M. Thompson Physician Corps Loan Repayment Program (STLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing as a physician for loan repayment of up to $105,000 in exchange for a 36-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.       

The Licensed Mental Health Services Provider Education Program (LMH) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing in an eligible mental health profession for loan repayment of up to $15,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct client care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation. 

The Bachelor of Science Nursing Loan Repayment Program (BSNLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing as a registered nurse for loan repayment of up to $15,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.

The City of Tacoma is seeking applications for its Grit City Trees Program to equitably grow happy and healthy neighborhoods through community tree planting. Donor Name: City of Tacoma State: Washington City: Tacoma Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/02/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Grit City Trees program has seen many iterations since 1993. In 2016, the program was revitalized with a dedicated focus on proper tree placement and selection, guidance on planting in the right of way, educational resources on long-term care and maintenance, and supplies to assist participants in tree watering. Through the Grit City Trees Program, approved applicants will receive: Free street trees to be planted in the right-of-way. Other supporting materials to help your trees thrive including: tree stakes, ties, TAGRO (compost), and watering supplies for the dry months. Free delivery of all trees and supporting materials. They are able to accommodate delivery of 150 trees. If tree requests exceed this amount, they will prioritize deliveries for: Neighbors who organize and apply together as a Neighborhood Group. Individual applicants in Priority Planting Areas. Remaining applicants must pick up trees and materials from the City’s plant holding facility. Application assistance, as needed. Planting assistance if needed – due to staffing constraints, this is available on a limited basis. Planting Permit submittal on your behalf, after application is approved. Criteria Though they prioritize applications, all Tacoma property owners with eligible right of way planting opportunities are still encouraged to apply. For more information, visit City of Tacoma.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to artists and creative workers in Indiana who are facing mental health challenges related to substance use and addiction, enabling them to access therapy and wellness services.

This grant provides funding for researchers exploring the use of laser and light-based therapies, aimed at those with advanced medical or scientific training who are members of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Harry Allen Gregg Foundation Grant Program. Donor Name: Harry Allen Gregg Foundation State: New Hampshire County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information Grants are limited to $1,200. What are acceptable requests for funding? Examples of acceptable purposes include, but are not limited to: Costs (up to $500) of non-reimbursed medical or therapy treatments not covered by insurance or other programs Continuing education or career development opportunities Specialty equipment services or supplies Respite services to the recipient or caregivers Computers (up to $500) and adaptive software Camp tuition and recreational activities – applications for camp tuition or recreational activities are reviewed and awarded on an ongoing basis starting in February. The funds go quickly; applications submitted early in the year are more likely to be funded Vocational, academic classes or specialized (requiring vehicle modifications or specialized instruction) driver evaluation and training Modifications to living area, work site or vehicle (vehicle repairs up to $500 with written estimate with limit of two grants). Who may apply? Individuals and/or their families with physical, developmental or emotional disabilities. The person receiving the award must be a New Hampshire resident. Grants are awarded for people with the following disabilities: Physical Disability A physical disability is a condition that presents a long-term barrier to independently accomplishing tasks of daily living including walking and driving. People with temporary conditions expected to improve or are sufficiently controlled with medication or treatment such as a broken bone, asthma, recovery from surgery or short-term illness would not qualify. Emotional Disability – Adults Adults diagnosed with a Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) which includes schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder and borderline personality disorder are eligible. Emotional Disability – Children Eligible diagnoses for children are broader but must constitute a significant mental health issue that impacts their daily level of functioning. Intellectual, Cognitive, Learning or Developmental Disability People with acquired intellectual/cognitive disabilities from brain injury, dementia or who are identified with a developmental disability or delay or significant learning disability by an MD, social service agency or other qualified medical or human service entity may be eligible for Harry Gregg funds. For more information, visit Harry Allen Gregg Foundation.

WCSP provides scholarships to students in associate or bachelor’s degree programs that qualify them for WellnessCoach Certification through the education pathway in exchange for a 12-month service obligation providing CWC services in California. Eligible applicants may receive up to $35,000. The purpose of this program is to increase the number of CWCs providing direct services in California. The Wellness Coach profession is a new, certified position to increase our state’s overall capacity to support the growing behavioral health needs of our youth. It is designed to help build a larger and more diverse and representative behavioral health workforce in California that hasthe training and supervision needed to engage directly with young people where they live, study and work. Wellness Coaches will offer non-clinical services that support children and youth behavioral health and well-being. Services include wellness promotion and education, screening, care coordination, individual and group support, and crisis referral. The model will supplement and support existing behavioral health roles, fill gaps in the current behavioral health workforce, and create a larger and more diverse workforce with whom youth can connect.

The Golden State Social Opportunities Program (GSSOP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently enrolled in a graduate program from a University of California or California State University campus or a nonprofit independent institution of higher education that prepares them to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, or a Licensed Clinical Psychology (PhD or PsyD) for a scholarship of up to $25,000 per year for a total of up to $50,000 in exchange for a 24-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in a community-based organization.

The Behavioral Health Scholarship Program (BHSP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in an accredited academic or certificate program that prepares them to become one of the eligible professionals under this program for a scholarship of up to $25,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an underserved community in California.

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a Cooperative Agreement with a Total Estimated Amount of $45,000,000 from qualified entities to implement the program entitled Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA) in Sierra Leone.USAID anticipates awarding a five-year cooperative agreement (CA) to advance and sustain improved health outcomes for Sierra Leoneans with a focus on, but not limited to: children under five, pregnant and postpartum women, youth and especially adolescent girls, and women and children living in hard-to-reach areas with limited access to health services. Special attention will be paid to those especially vulnerable within these groups, such as the disabled, gender andsexual minorities (GSM), and ethnic and religious minorities.SIHSA seeks to build a sustainable and resilient health system response to improving access, quality, and effectiveness of family planning (FP), reproductive health (RH), maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH), adolescent health, and malaria services. In addition, SIHSA aims at strengthening communities;apos; active engagement for community-driven solutions to improve health outcomes. Finally, SIHSA seeks to promote a paradigm shift within the health system, supporting system-wide action, especially at community and district levels, including reforms that act on the foundations of the health system and create opportunities for partnering with the local civil society and private sector for improved health outcomes.

This program provides financial assistance to women in Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties who are undergoing breast cancer treatment, helping them cover essential expenses like transportation, child care, and food.

This program provides up to $25,000 in financial assistance to homeowners in New Carrollton for home repairs and improvements, specifically targeting those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Grant Opportunity: Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program Description: The HOPWA program provides housing assistance and supportive services for low-income individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS. The County of Rockland, funded by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, offers tenant-based rental assistance (TBRA) and support services to eligible individuals diagnosed with HIV infection or AIDS. The goal is to help these households secure and maintain appropriate housing in Rockland County. Funder: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Award Details: HOPWA rental subsidies (TBRA) will be combined with shelter allowance subsidies from the Rockland County Department of Social Services to maximize funding utilization. TBRA subsidies will be provided along with legal and counseling services, similar to the Section 8 Housing Voucher Choice program. Eligible households must meet the definition of "low-income" set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Medically appropriate and documented cases may qualify for a greater number of bedrooms than in the Section 8 program. Eligibility: Low-income individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS in Rockland County are eligible for this grant opportunity. Contact Information: For more information on this program, please contact Lizzette Regina at 845-364-3708 or email [email protected].

This grant provides funding for U.S. citizens or permanent residents pursuing combined clinical and research doctoral degrees, enabling them to conduct their Ph.D. dissertation research within the NIH's Intramural Research Program.