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"County Health Council CARE Grants" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
County Health Council CARE Grants is sponsored by Tennessee Department of Health (Rural Health Transformation Program). These grants, part of the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), are designed to support local health initiatives through County Health Councils in Tennessee.
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Rural Health Transformation Program - Tennessee Hospital Association Affiliate & Allied Groups Rural Health Transformation Program NexGen: Tennessee Hospital Executive Internship Legislative Day on the Hill Mend The Gap: Healthcare Workforce Summit Quality & Patient Safety Summit Rural Health Transformation Program The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) is a federal initiative administered by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ( CMS ) to s trengthen, innovate, and stabilize healthcare transformation efforts in rural communities.
Because the program continues to evolve and includes both state and federal components, hospitals and health systems may have questions about available opportunities, eligibility, timelines, and how the program could affect their organizations. THA has created this page as a central resource for members to find key materials, information from webinars, and important upcoming dates.
The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) released its first RHTP funding opportunity on May 15. This begins a roll-out of competitive grant program s, with additional opportunities released every Friday through July 10. Applicants will only have 30 days from the release date to submit completed applications.
RHTP Grant Application Portal Partner Portal Quick Guide RFA release and deadline schedule: Perinatal and Pediatric Behavioral Health Teleconsultation and Education Healthy Active Rural Tennessee (HART) Healthcare Resiliency Program (HRP): Maternal Child Health Chronic Disease Prevention HRP: Service Line and Co-Location Memory Care Assessment Network (MCAN) HRP: Make Rural Tennessee Healthy Again (MaRTHA) County Health Council CARE Grants During the application period, please direct questions specific to competitive opportunities to Competitive.
Health@TN. gov .
Application required items: Community need and target rural population Proposed project goals and strategies, workplan, and description of how the project is aligned with TN priorities Proposed plan for engaging communities, cross-sector partners, and local health departments and health councils State officials have stressed that the strongest applications will demonstrate: Fidelity to the goals and outcomes stated in Tennessee’s RHT Program How rural populations are served, including those who are low-income or under – served High levels of engagement with community stakeholders (Health Councils, patients, cross-sector partnerships) An ability to meaningfully address community-identified needs Transformative impact, and sustainability beyond the performance period Rural Healthcare Access Modernization Program (RAMP) The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) has announced the Rural Healthcare Access Modernization Program (RAMP), a new competitive grant initiative funded through TennCare Shared Savings.
The General Assembly appropriated $104. 4 million for rural capital projects, extensions of eligible Rural Health Transformation projects, and new or expanded primary care services, particularly pediatric and obstetric care. RAMP applications are due September 30 at 2 p.
m. CT . The complete RFA, No. 34320-369 27, is availab le on TDH’s RAMP webpage .
Questions may be sent to Competitive. Health@tn. gov with “ATTN: RAMP” in the subject line.
CMS’s RHTP Website : Provides a high-level overview of the federal program and associated timelines. Includes links to numerous resources, including the Notice of Funding Opportunity, award announcements, state-by-state information, and frequently asked questions.
CMS Provider Payments Fact Sheet: P rovides additiona l information on Category B funding for provider payments, including allowable uses, limitations, and sustainability considerations. TDH’s RHTP Website : Contains information on Tennessee’s plan, including goals, categories of funding, and key considerations for interested stakeholders. Competitive.
Health@TN . gov : State of Tennessee e mail contact for questions specific to competitive opportunities. RuralHealth@TN.
gov : State of Tennessee email contact for general questions about the program. TDH Partner Portal Quick Guide: Guidelines for creating a n account , finding grant opportunities, and submitting an application. TDH RHTP Overview Webinar (April 15, 2026): Covers additional opportunities , investments , and frequently asked questions.
TDH Schedule of Competitive Opportunities Webinar (May 15, 2026): Outlined the timeline for the first round of RHTP applications. Recording (passcode: 2? q?
*mEd) THA RHTP Update Webinar (June 11, 2026): Provided updates on the current RHTP schedule for competitive grant opportunities, hospital-specific initiatives , and applicatio n and compliance considerations. Recording (passcode: bFV. 0.
Nc ) Rural Health Information Hub – Rural Health Model and Innovation Examples : Features rural health programs and interventions, including approaches supported by research studies, program evaluations, and anecdotal accounts. TDH Office of Strategic Initiatives – Community Health Council : Resources with tools and support to strengthen capacity, expand access to funding, and help sustain local impact.
Grant writing trainings provided across the state.
GrantStation – Project Planning Framework (Download Template) HRSA – Health Provider Shortage Area Dashboard (HPSA) HRSA – Medically Underserved Area/Population Dashboard (MUA/Population) NRHA – Center for Rural Health Innovation and System Redesign RHAT – Tennessee Rural Health Dashboard Rural GME – Hospital Analyzer RRPD : For sites interested in starting rural residency tracks/programs Tennessee – County Health Rankings & Roadmaps (Robert Woods Foundation) Tennessee Workforce Development Boards THA – Tennessee County Physician Workforce Dashboard (Veritas Health Solutions) THA – exploreTNhealth – County and Zip Code-Level Community Health Data TDH – Division of Strategic Initiative | County Health Councils with County Health Priorities Dashboard TDH – Rural Health Access for Tennessee’s Future TDH – State of Health in Tennessee 2025 Report TDH – Tennessee Health Data UT Knoxville – Population Growth by County There are no upcoming RHTP events scheduled at this time.
Past webinar recordings and presentation slides are available in the resources section above. THA is here to support members as they navigate the RHTP. As additional information becomes available, THA will continue to provide updates, practical resources, and guidance to help hospitals and health systems better understand the program and consider opportunities that align with their organizational priorities and community health needs.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations eligible for the Rural Health Transformation Program, which include rural hospitals, health systems, FQHCs, non-profit organizations, community-based organizations, and other eligible healthcare partners i…. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows unspecified (Part of $206,888,882 federal RHTP grant). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was August 10, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
County Health Council CARE Grants is funded by Tennessee Department of Health (Rural Health Transformation Program). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
Tennessee's $206.9M RHTP allocation begins distribution with a 30-day virtual maternal/child mental health consultation grant. The state plans a new opportunity every Friday — the cadence and structure here are the blueprint for how the $50B nationwide program rolls out.
Read articleCMS awarded all 50 states a slice of the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program on December 29, 2025 — first-year checks average $200M, ranging from $147M to $281M. The federal application is closed and you cannot apply to CMS. The money reaches hospitals, clinics, and nonprofits only as state subawards, and those competitions open through 2026. Here is how the formula worked, what the funds can and cannot buy, and how to position for a subaward before the money starts flowing.
Read articleCMS awarded the entire $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program to all 50 states, with first-year checks averaging $200M per state and money starting to move October 1, 2026. The federal contest is over — but for rural hospitals, clinics, behavioral-health providers, and nonprofits, the real competition is just beginning inside each state's sub-grant process. Here is how the money splits, what it can fund, and how to position now.
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