State Health Grants

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is offering 2025 Source Water Protection Grants to fund projects aimed at safeguarding public drinking water sources. These grants are designed to support activities that reduce the risk of contamination to drinking water, ensuring the long-term quality and safety of Idaho's water supply. The program aligns with the federal Safe Drinking Water Act, specifically Section 1452, which provides funding for source water assessment and protection efforts. By focusing on preventative measures and community-wide protection, the DEQ seeks to uphold its mission of protecting human health and the quality of the environment. The primary beneficiaries of these grants are public water systems, local government units, special districts, associations, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and tribes within Idaho. The impact goal is to improve the protection of one or more public water supply sources by reducing the threat of contaminants. Projects are expected to provide long-term benefits to source water quality, ultimately ensuring safe and reliable drinking water for communities across the state. The program prioritizes efforts that go beyond normal operational standards and existing infrastructure deficiencies, focusing on proactive and sustainable solutions. The program's priorities and focus areas are diverse, encompassing various strategies to protect source water. These include contaminant source identification through research, contaminant pathway removal such as the closure of abandoned wells, contaminant removal through hazardous waste collection and pollution prevention, and contaminant management via the implementation of best management practices and structures to divert contaminated runoff. Additionally, the grants support the restoration and conservation of ecological functions within source water protection areas, as well as education and information sharing campaigns to raise awareness. Security measures to protect physical extraction structures like wells, springs, and intake structures are also eligible, including fencing, gates, alarms, signs, cameras, locks, and lights directly related to source water area protection. Expected outcomes include a measurable reduction in the risk of drinking water contamination, improved source water quality, and enhanced long-term protection for public water supplies. The grants anticipate fostering a proactive approach to water resource management, leading to more resilient and secure drinking water systems. With up to $750,000 available for project funding in SFY2025, and a maximum request of $24,000 per project proposal, the program aims to support numerous initiatives that collectively contribute to a safer and more sustainable water future for Idaho. The emphasis on community public water supply systems and aquifer/watershed-wide protection efforts reflects a comprehensive strategic approach to water resource stewardship.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments in California to address public health and safety issues related to legal cannabis operations, including enforcement, health programs, youth development, and environmental impacts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonpublic schools and approved entities in Pennsylvania to enhance school safety and mental health initiatives through various security and behavioral health projects.

The Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program is designed to assist persons experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless across the state. Managed by the State Housing Trust Fund for the Homeless Commission and Federal HUD, the ESG Program offers sub-awards to local government entities and non-profit organizations to deliver street outreach, emergency shelter, rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, and related services at the local level. The program aims to operate within a continuum of assistance to help individuals and families move towards housing sustainability. It supports targeted populations, including single women, men, youth, veterans, families, and those experiencing domestic violence. Grant renewed every year.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for innovative research projects aimed at advancing treatments and therapies for spinal cord injuries, targeting both established and emerging researchers in New York State.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to not-for-profit or tribal organizations that deliver culturally appropriate health promotion and education services to Indigenous communities in New York City and Long Island, focusing on reducing health disparities related to HIV, STIs, and hepatitis C.

This grant provides funding to Pennsylvania counties without a Children's Advocacy Center to develop multidisciplinary teams that coordinate trauma-informed responses to child abuse.

This program provides one-time funding to nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Nebraska to create intergenerational childcare spaces that promote interaction between seniors and children.

This funding opportunity supports pediatric and family medicine practices in New York State to expand access to an evidence-based program that integrates child development specialists into healthcare teams, focusing on the developmental and mental health needs of children ages zero to three.

This program provides financial support to nonprofit arts and culture organizations, local arts districts, and individual professionals in Pennsylvania to help them recover and stabilize after the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Illinois pharmacies to enhance diabetes prevention and management programs, particularly for underserved communities, by improving services and training staff.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working to reduce lead exposure among children in high-risk communities in Washington, D.C., particularly targeting vulnerable populations such as racial and ethnic minorities, immigrants, and low-income residents.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New York State to help older refugees access essential services and improve their quality of life through culturally appropriate programs and community engagement.

This grant provides funding to community organizations and healthcare providers in St. Paul’s Rondo and Capitol Heights neighborhoods to improve heart health by connecting residents with essential health services and support programs for managing hypertension and high cholesterol.

READY Community Foundations, part of ARC's READY Appalachia initiative, offers no-cost training to community foundations in Appalachia. Participants will build skills in financial management, fundraising, grantmaking, and strategic planning. Eligible foundations can apply for up to $25,000 in funding to implement capacity-building projects post-training. Applications are due by July 5, 2024.

The Food Safety Training and Education grant, offered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), aims to provide up to $365,000 for projects focused on food safety training and education. The fund is divided into $242,500 for consumer education and $114,100 for training food service establishment employees and agents enforcing the Michigan Food Law of 2000. Grants will be awarded from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with multi-year proposals considered based on future funding. Applications are solicited from May 3 to June 24, 2024.

This grant provides funding for organizations to create supportive housing programs for homeless adults in Western New York and Long Island, prioritizing those with mental health needs and ensuring rapid access to housing without preconditions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Illinois health departments and community organizations to enhance patient navigation services for individuals facing barriers to breast cancer care, particularly in underserved populations.

This grant provides funding to farmers, food cooperatives, food pantries, and nonprofits in rural Nebraska to improve access to healthy foods and strengthen partnerships with schools, focusing on local food systems and infrastructure enhancements.