Now Open: Three HRSA Funding Opportunities 

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has released three new funding opportunities to support the health workforce. Use the links below to access the funding announcements, which include eligibility and application details. 

Note: The application window for these opportunities is shorter than usual.

Nurse Education, Practice, Quality (NEPQR) (HRSA-26-086)
Program Funding: $24,262,837
Expected Awards: 33
Application Deadline: July 17, 2026

This program aims to increase the nursing workforce and address the nursing shortage in rural and medically vulnerable communities, by supporting innovative educational and clinical training opportunities.

Public Health Training (PHTC) Program (HRSA-26-078)
Program Funding: $9,100,000
Expected Awards: 10
Application Deadline: July 17, 2026

This program aims to increase the knowledge of the public health workforce through traineeships, specialized training and professional development in partnership with state and local health departments, community-based primary care providers, and related organizations (including non-traditional partners) to address public health care needs.​

Grants to States to Support Oral Health Workforce Activity (SOHW) (HRSA-26-084)
Program Funding: $14,800,000
Expected Awards: 37
Application Deadline: July 17, 2026

This program supports states in developing and implementing innovative programs to address the oral health workforce needs of Dental Health Professional Shortage Areas (Dental HPSAs).