Grant Seeking Essentials Certificate
Grants are one of the best ways for NGOs and nonprofits to fund their programs. But for most people, the grant-seeking process is not straightforward.
In this free online certificate program from DisasterReady, you will learn how to:
- Find the right grants for your organization
- Write excellent grant proposals
- Develop strong relationships with your grantors so you can count on funding for years to come
Over 25,000 people have earned their free Grant Seeking Essentials Certificate. Start earning your certificate today and learn how to win grant funding for your organization.
This certificate is available in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish.
The Wyoming Office of Rural Health Facilitates a Peer-to-Peer Grant Writers Collaborative. This group meets quarterly and if you are interested please email Sharon.Weber@wyo.gov
Finding a Grant
Cynthis Lummis, Funding Opportunities
US Grants – Wyoming Department of Health
WY Dept of Health, Community Living
WYGAP – Wyoming Grant Assistance Program
Available Grants
- Who Can Apply: LOR’s 2025 Field Work initiative is open to individuals, local governments, hospitals, schools, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, chambers of commerce, libraries, and other organizations in Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, or Wyoming.
- What Can Be Funded: Projects that improve outcomes in the following areas are eligible:
- Preventing and responding to mental health concerns
- Increasing access to and/or awareness of mental health and social well-being services
- Deepening meaningful social connections for the specific purpose of improving mental health outcomes in a community
- Learn more at lorfoundation.org/
fieldwork2025
New Funding Available: HRSA Rural Residency Planning and Development Program– Apply by April 10. As we announced earlier this week, applications are being accepted for 15 awards for the planning and development of new and sustainable residency programs to train physicians in rural areas. )Applicants may also benefit from the resources and tools available in the Rural GME Development Portal at RuralGME.org.
New Funding: HRSA Rural Communities Opioid Response Program – Pathways–Apply by April 14. As part of HRSA’s targeted efforts to address the opioid epidemic in rural communities, the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program – Pathways (RCORP-Pathways) is a new initiative designed to tackle behavioral health care challenges amongst rural youth while building career pathways in the behavioral health workforce. The initiative will support community networks in developing and expanding opportunities for youth in the behavioral health care field through engagement and training. The goals of this funding opportunity include the creation of innovative, youth-focused, peer-driven behavioral healthcare support programs and the development of career pathways to bolster the rural workforce. HRSA plans to make up to 12 awards and recipients can receive up to $400,000 per year over a three-year period of performance. Check this space for more information about a technical assistance webinar for applicants in the coming weeks.
Regional Telehealth Resource Center (RTRC) Program – Due April 14, 2025. A four-year period of performance (September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2029). HRSA will make up to 12 RTRC Program awards. RTRCs provide expert technical assistance in the development of telehealth services and are geographically located to facilitate activities and distribute resources at the local level.
KFC Foundation – Kentucky Fried Wishes Grant Program – Due April 18, 2025. The purpose of the Kentucky Fried Wishes Grant Program is to fund actionable, tangible projects led by local nonprofits that improve health and well-being in their communities.
- There are three funding categories: translation, professional development, and outreach/education. You may submit applications for each category, but this is a competitive process, therefore the WRASAP mini grant team will ultimately decide which grant(s) to fund.
- Past projects include COMET training, Mental Health First Aid, QPR training, and wellness workshops. Applicants must be residents of the Western Region of the United States or U.S. Territories. For questions, email grants@farmstress.us.
- Remember to acknowledge USDA-NIFA funding in all your project materials. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference!
National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) – 2025 Sun Safety Grant Program – Q1 – Due April 23, 2025. The purpose of this initiative is to promote sun safety through culturally competent education, low-cost protection methods, and intervention strategies for medically underserved patients.
- Target Population: Patients served by free or charitable clinics, charitable pharmacies, or state associations that are NAFC members in good standing
- Eligibility: Free or charitable clinics, charitable pharmacies, or state associations that are members in good standing of the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC)
Western Regional Agricultural Stress Assistance Program (WRASAP) Mini-Grants Program. Due May 1, 2025. Do you want to make a significant impact in the field of farm stress relief? Secure up to $5,000 in funding for your project, courtesy of Washington State University and the United States Department of Agriculture. Submit your innovative ideas by May 1, 2025!
Chick-fil-A – True Inspiration Awards Grant Program – Due May 1, 2025. The purpose of the True Inspiration Awards® program is to honor the legacy of Chick-fil-A® founder S. Truett Cathy by supporting nonprofit organizations making a positive impact in their local communities. Program Goals and Objectives:
- Target Population: Communities served by nonprofit organizations operating in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, Singapore, and the United Kingdom
- Eligibility: A 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in the U.S. or Puerto Rico – A charitable organization based in Canada, the United Kingdom, or Singapore that can provide an opinion of counsel confirming it is equivalent to a U.S. 501(c)(3) public charity – Organizations that received a True Inspiration Awards grant in 2024 or 2025 are not eligible to apply for the 2026 awards Award Amount: Grants range from $30,000 to $350,000, with a total of $6 million awarded annually
- Expand access to high-quality, affordable healthcare services
- Address social determinants of health through comprehensive social services
- Support educational initiatives that promote long-term wellness and economic mobility
Centene Foundation – Community Health Grant Program – Due May 31, 2025.
The purpose of the Centene Foundation grant program is to support nonprofit organizations working to improve long-term health outcomes through healthcare access, social services, and education.
- Population: Underserved populations and communities across the United States
- Eligibility:
- Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status
- Projects must align with one or more of the Foundation’s three focus areas: healthcare access, social services, or education
- Priority given to proposals demonstrating measurable outcomes and community engagement
- Award Amount: Up to $500,000, depending on scope and alignment with Foundation priorities
Agricultural Health and Safety Emerging Issues Grant Program
- Grants for short-term projects for emerging agricultural health and safety issues that are defined as health risks that are new or have a rapidly expanding impact in the immediate or near future.
- Geographic coverage: Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
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- Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
Sources for Data and Background
AHRQ’s Interactive Data Visualization
CDC Rural Public Health At-a-Glance
Economic Analysis Division (WY)
National Association of Rural Health Clinics
National Rural Health Association (NRHA)
Relevant datasets with rural variables on RHIhub
Rural Health Information Hub (RHIhub): Repository of information pertaining to rural America
Rural Health Resources, including the Rural Health Mapping Tool
Rural Health Research Gateway: Research regarding rural health
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