(June 19, 2026) – HRSA recently announced planning and impact grants within its Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP). Both grant applications are due July 8.
Rural Communities Opioid Response Planning Program – Apply by July 8. The RCORP – Planning Program helps rural communities build the capacity to develop and sustain substance use disorder services by lowering barriers to federal funding and preparing funded organizations to create larger, more complex networks. HRSA has $4 million for up to 40 awards and recipients can receive up to $100,000 per year over a two-year project period. You can view a recording of technical assistance webinar and see slides and other updates under “documents” section for this NOFO in Grants.gov.
Visit the HHS webpages Tips for Preparing Grant Proposals and HRSA Grants Page for important information on pre-application requirements and guidance on submitting a well thought out application.
Rural Communities Opioid Response Program – Impact – Apply by July 8. The RCORP – Impact Program helps rural communities by expanding access to evidence-based prevention, treatment, and recovery services through the building of a larger, more responsive workforce to meet behavioral health needs. An integrated and coordinated partnership approach across health and social services is required, leading to sustained long-term recovery and reduction in morbidity and mortality. HRSA has $60 million for up to 80 awards and recipients can receive up to $750,000 per year over a four-year project period. You can view a recording of technical assistance webinar and see slides and other updates under the “documents” section for this NOFO in Grants.gov.
Visit the HHS webpages Tips for Preparing Grant Proposals and HRSA Grants Page for important information on pre-application requirements and guidance on submitting a well thought out application.
--Karen Braman