Engagement & Resources

HRSA Rural Residency Planning and Development (RRPD) Program Upcoming Funding Opportunity: Applications for the RRPD Program are expected to open on February 16, 2026, and awards are estimated to go out in July. Focused on broadening the availability of healthcare in rural communities, the program supports new residency programs to strengthen the physician workforce in these settings. Learn more.

2026 Federal Office of Rural Health Policy (FORHP) Preview Webinar: The FORHP will hold a webinar on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 3:00-4:15 PM ET to assist with rural communities’ planning efforts. The webinar will outline scheduled funding opportunities, possible collaborations, the office’s priorities and available resources for FY26. Learn more.

HRSA Upcoming Grant Opportunities for the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP): HRSA posted forecasted grant opportunities for RCORP-Planning grants, expected to open February 25, 2026, and close April 27, 2026. RCORP-Impact grants are expected to open March 18, 2026, and close May 18, 2026. The RCORP assists rural communities in planning and implementation efforts to reduce the mortality and morbidity associated with substance use disorder (SUD). Learn more about the planning and impact opportunities.

Apply Now for NHSC Student Loan Repayment Programs (LRPs): Applications are due March 31, 2026, at 7:30 PM for the NHSC LRP, NHSC SUD Workforce LRP and the NHSC Community LRP. These programs provide up to $100,000 for HPSA-serving health providers who work in NHSC-approved sites to pay off their student loans. Learn more.

Applications Open for USA’s Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program: Applications are open year-round and awarded on a rolling basis for the Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program to provide funding for community facilities in rural communities, including hospitals, healthcare providers and childcare centers, among others. Learn more.