Tennessee’s $13M Boost for Rural Healthcare

Big news for healthcare providers in Tennessee: The state is now accepting applications for the third round of Healthcare Resiliency Program grants, with $13.2 million available to support rural and underserved communities.

Read the full grant announcement here →

Launched by the Tennessee Department of Health (TDH), this funding aims to strengthen the state’s healthcare system through innovative partnerships and projects focused on long-term sustainability. If your organization is looking to expand its services, launch new care models, or increase access in hard-to-reach areas, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Who’s eligible?

Public health departments, hospitals, nonprofits, and other healthcare organizations with projects aimed at improving resilience and reaching can apply.

What’s the goal?

This round focuses on creating sustainable systems of care—especially for rural, underserved, and economically disadvantaged populations—and supporting healthcare workforce development.

Why it matters:

Access to care remains a major challenge in many parts of Tennessee. These grants aim to close those gaps and help organizations build programs that can weather future crises, whether it’s another pandemic or ongoing staffing shortages.

Key Details:

• Total Available Funding: $13.2 million

• Administered by: Tennessee Department of Health

• Deadline: Not listed in the article, but early application is encouraged

This is a prime opportunity to bring real, lasting change to Tennessee’s healthcare landscape.

Click here to read the full article and learn how to apply