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Community Health Equity Grants RFP - SFY 2025-2026

Notice of Funding Availability

Grant Proposals will be accepted beginning: January 1, 2025

Purpose: WellCare of North Carolina is pleased to announce the availability of grant funds focused on improving health equity and social determinants of health in the community. 

At WellCare, we’re committed to improving community health and well-being by addressing key social factors that impact people’s lives. In North Carolina, health disparities persist because of challenges like income, education, support networks, healthcare access, and neighborhood conditions. To make a real difference, we aim to partner with local nonprofit organizations committed to creating lasting, sustainable change. Community based organizations are eligible to apply for funding for programs that will address one of the primary focus areas.

Housing: Initiatives related to affordable housing, homelessness prevention, or housing stability programs.

Food: Programs aimed at improving access to nutritious food, reducing food insecurity, or promoting healthy eating habits.

Interpersonal Safety: Projects focused on violence prevention, domestic abuse intervention, or community safety initiatives.

Transportation: Efforts to enhance transportation access for healthcare appointments, employment opportunities, or community services.

Employment: Programs supporting job training,
workforce development, or employment placement services.

Health Equity: Outreach initiatives addressing the needs of historically marginalized populations. Cultural competency or implicit bias training for healthcare or community service providers.

Other Factors: Innovative approaches targeting additional social determinants not listed above.

Informational Virtual Meeting

Date: Tuesday, January 21st,  2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMP
Platform: Microsoft Teams
Meeting ID: 222 099 611 840
Passcode: CC7GW3eq

Join us for an informational session to learn more about the application process, eligibility requirements, and how your organization can apply for funding.

Funding Availability

Applicants may request a minimum of $20,000 and maximum $150,000 for 12 months of funding.

Proposed Project Period or Contract Term: 

July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026

Eligibility:

All community-based organizations that provide direct programs to the local populations are eligible to apply. While non-profit status is preferred, all eligible organizations are encouraged to apply.  

As a condition of receiving a grant award, successful applicants must agree to:

  • Submit performance reports quarterly throughout the grant term
  • Document data on number of individuals and families served by applicable program.
  • Participate in public relations campaign to announce the grant award.

How to Apply: 

Applicants must complete the following:

  • Grant Program RFP Form
  • Grant Proposal Template
  • Budget

Deadline for Submission: 

Grant proposals must be received electronically by February 3rd, 2025.