Health Grants

28,371 foundations$141.7B total annual giving$12K median grant76 states with funders

Discover 28,371 grantmaking foundations funding health programs, with combined annual giving of $141.7B. The median grant size for health is $12K.

Health Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

28,371

Total Annual Giving

$141.7B

Total Assets Under Management

$2.3T

Median Grant Size

$12K

States with Funders

76

Total Grants on Record

737,900

Open Grant Opportunities

Live programs funding health that your nonprofit can apply to now.

Open nowCloses in 19 days (Aug 31, 2026)Award: Up to $75K

Changing Our Tomorrows 2026 Charitable Grants Cycle

From Changing Our Tomorrows

Mental healthHealth care servicesHousing assistance

Who can apply: Open to registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organizations. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to ethical practices, accountability, and a track record of positive engagement. 2026 cycle prioritizes projects serving Loudoun residents.

Open nowCloses in 21 days (Sep 2, 2026)

Community of Health Grants

From Delta Dental of Iowa Foundation

overall healthcommunity healthhealth equity+1 more

Who can apply: Organizations must apply through the Foundation's online grants system and complete the LOI process described in the 2026 grant guidelines and fit screening tool.

Open nowCloses in 23 days (Sep 4, 2026)May not accept unsolicited proposalsAward: $10K – $200K

Health Access Grants (Health Access)

From Virginia Health Care Foundation

primary health care accessbehavioral healthoral health+6 more

Who can apply: Organizations must meet VHCF general eligibility requirements and program-specific grant guidelines. Eligible applicants include public agencies, private nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, organizations with a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor, or applicants for federal 501(c)(3) exemption. Free clinics and Community Health Centers must be members in good standing with the Virginia Association of Free and Charitable Clinics or the Virginia Community Healthcare Association.

Open nowCloses Sep 12, 2026Award: $6K – $100K

CHI Health Community Health Improvement Grant (local — CHI St. Joseph's Health)

From St Joseph'S Hospital & Health Center

Community healthHealth equityMental health+2 more

Who can apply: Eligible nonprofit organizations addressing priority health needs identified in CHI St. Joseph's Health's community health needs assessment. Preference for projects addressing mental health, substance abuse, and economic factors that affect wellness.

Open nowCloses Sep 15, 2026

Lange Family Fund (Health, Hunger and Clothing Fund)

From Stockton Rotary Endowment

Medical careFood assistanceClothing assistance

Who can apply: Must meet Endowment General Application Conditions and serve medical care, food or clothing needs of needy persons in San Joaquin County. Grants restricted to purchase of medicine, medical supplies, immunizations, food products, milk products, clothing and blankets.

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Largest Health Foundations

NOVARTIS PATIENT ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION INC

EAST HANOVER, NJ

Annual Giving

$3.1B

Total Assets

$382.9M

Median Grant

$2.9B

E60Local
MAYO CLINIC GROUP RETURN

ROCHESTER, MN

Annual Giving

$1.7B

Total Assets

$17.9B

Median Grant

$18K

E21National
PFIZER PATIENT ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$1.5B

Total Assets

$9.4M

Median Grant

$5K

E12National
Bayer US Patient Assistance Foundation

Whippany, NJ

Annual Giving

$1.4B

Total Assets

$313M

Median Grant

$915.2M

E60Local
MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM INCORPORATED & AFFILIATES GROUP RETURN

SOMERVILLE, MA

Annual Giving

$706.6M

Total Assets

$28.3B

Median Grant

$51K

E21Local
MAYO CLINIC

ROCHESTER, MN

Annual Giving

$572.1M

Total Assets

$26.7B

Median Grant

$52K

E21National
GOTHIC HSP CORPORATION

DURHAM, NC

Annual Giving

$567.8M

Total Assets

$2.8B

Median Grant

$412.7M

E11Local
Baptist Health South Florida Inc

Coral Gables, FL

Annual Giving

$565.5M

Total Assets

$9.1B

Median Grant

$18K

E210Local
Hackensack Meridian Health Inc-Subordinates

EDISON, NJ

Annual Giving

$468.9M

Total Assets

$7.6B

Median Grant

$12K

E21Local
Texas Essential Healthcare Partnerships Foundation

Austin, TX

Annual Giving

$353.2M

Total Assets

$75.4M

Median Grant

$1M

E11Local

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Where Health Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

2,687

Total Giving

$5.5B

Foundations

2,399

Total Giving

$4.2B

FloridaView all
Foundations

2,194

Total Giving

$4.3B

New YorkView all
Foundations

2,129

Total Giving

$9.2B

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

1,669

Total Giving

$1.9B

IllinoisView all
Foundations

1,423

Total Giving

$2.1B

Foundations

1,075

Total Giving

$1.5B

MissouriView all
Foundations

914

Total Giving

$1.3B

New JerseyView all
Foundations

876

Total Giving

$6.3B

MassachusettsView all
Foundations

849

Total Giving

$2B

MichiganView all
Foundations

701

Total Giving

$752.6M

WisconsinView all
Foundations

662

Total Giving

$692.6M

GeorgiaView all
Foundations

611

Total Giving

$507.9M

MarylandView all
Foundations

584

Total Giving

$63.8B

VirginiaView all
Foundations

573

Total Giving

$778M

Types of Foundations in Health

Family Foundation11,282 (39.8%)

$5.7B in annual giving

Independent Foundation7,276 (25.6%)

$8B in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit3,459 (12.2%)

$21.4B in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation1,185 (4.2%)

$6.7B in annual giving

Issue Fund622 (2.2%)

$1.2B in annual giving

Professional Association622 (2.2%)

$904.9M in annual giving

Service Club / Fraternal528 (1.9%)

$173.8M in annual giving

Other3,397 (12.0%)

$97.7B in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in Health

Median Grant Size

$12K

New Grantee Rate

37%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

67%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical Health foundation awards grants of $12K. Approximately 37% of Health foundations actively fund new organizations, and 67% accept unsolicited proposals.

Frequently Asked Questions About Health Grants

How many foundations fund health?
There are 28,371 grantmaking foundations that fund health programs across 76 states.
What is the median grant size for health?
The median grant from foundations funding health is $12K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest health foundations?
The largest foundations funding health by annual giving include NOVARTIS PATIENT ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION INC, MAYO CLINIC GROUP RETURN, PFIZER PATIENT ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION INC, with combined giving of $6.2B.
Which states have the most health funders?
The states with the most health foundations are California (2,687), Texas (2,399), Florida (2,194). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find health grants for my nonprofit?
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