🏥 Apply Now: Rural Health Small Grants by Mandela Turner Health Foundation
Rural Health Small Grants
Are you a healthcare innovator, community leader, or social entrepreneur working to improve rural health outcomes in Africa? The Rural Health Small Grants program—offered by the Mandela Turner Health Foundation—is now open for applications. This grant is designed to support impactful, community-driven health initiatives in rural areas.
🌾 About the Program
The Rural Health Small Grants program provides seed funding to grassroots organizations, nonprofits, and local leaders working to improve healthcare access in rural communities. The primary focus is on:
- Maternal & child health
- Preventive healthcare & disease awareness
- Community outreach and mobile clinics
- Health education and basic infrastructure
These grants are scoped for small-scale, high-impact projects that can demonstrate measurable outcomes within a short timeframe.
💰 Grant Details
- Funding Amount: Up to USD $5,000 per organization
- Duration: Typically supports short-term initiatives (3–6 months)
- Use Cases: Community awareness campaigns, health fairs, training sessions, small clinics, and educational outreach
- Technical Support: Mentorship and simplified reporting through the Foundation
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be based in rural communities in Africa
- Represent a registered or informal nonprofit/community-based organization
- Propose a project with a clear mission, measurable outcomes, and a realistic timeline
- Commit to reporting progress and outcomes to the Foundation
- Be capable of leveraging local volunteers or support
📅 Application Timeline
- Applications Open: Rolling intake for 2025
- Latest Submission Date: Expected in August 2025
- Response Time: Approximately 6–8 weeks post-application
⚠️ Final deadline may be updated on the official site—apply early to avoid delays.
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official grant page: mthf.org/grants/rural-health-small-grants
- Complete the application form with project details, budget plan, and expected outcomes
- Submit any relevant documents (letters of support, proof of local strength or collaboration)
- Await approval and grant disbursement guidance
🌍 Why It Matters
This opportunity is ideal for organizations or teams working at the grassroots level to make real changes in rural health. Whether you’re organizing a vaccination caravan or running rural health education campaigns—this grant gives you the financial boost and support to take it further.
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