Department of Health and Human Services Grants
MissionEnhancing the health and well-being of all Americans through effective health and human services programs.
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the largest grant-making agency in the federal government, administering more grants than all other federal agencies combined. HHS funds a vast range of programs including biomedical research through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), community health centers, Head Start early childhood education, substance abuse prevention, mental health services, and public health preparedness. HHS grants support state and local governments, tribal organizations, universities, hospitals, nonprofits, and community-based organizations working to improve health outcomes across the nation.
Funding Pattern
TimingHHS typically releases major funding announcements throughout the year, with NIH research grants following standard receipt dates in February, June, and October.