Rural Health Transformation Grant Opportunities
The South Dakota Department of Health is pleased to announce the release of RFP #26-09RHT-011 Chronic Disease Management Programming as part of the SD Rural Health Transformation Initiative.
Selected applicants will address the leading causes of death and disability in South Dakota’s rural communities by implementing chronic disease evidence-based interventions and remote monitoring programs.
We welcome South Dakota clinics, hospitals, pharmacies, dental clinics, tribal health, and Indian Health Services (IHS) serving rural and frontier communities to consider submitting a proposal.
How to Access the RFPs
All current Rural Health Transformation RFPs are available for review and application through the state’s posting board at: https://postingboard.esmsolutions.com/3444a404-3818-494f-84c5-2a850acd7779/events. “Invitation Only” means the system sends notifications only to vendors registered with the relevant National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) codes. “Open Invitation” sends notifications to all registered vendors. These labels reflect notification settings only. Rural Health Transformation RFPs remain fully open and publicly accessible to any vendor, regardless of the notification type displayed in the system.
Applicants should review each RFP carefully for eligibility requirements, application instructions, and submission deadlines.
For more information about Rural Health Transformation efforts in South Dakota, visit ruralhealthtransformation.sd.gov.
The Rural Health Transformation initiative is a statewide effort focused on strengthening rural healthcare systems and improving access to quality care across South Dakota. Through strategic investments, innovative care models, and cross-agency collaboration, Rural Health Transformation is designed to build a more resilient, connected, and sustainable rural health system for communities across the state.
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The South Dakota Department of Social Services has released an opportunity for providers to apply for Rural Strong Grants, intended to strengthen access to care in rural communities.
These are subrecipient provider grants funded through the Rural Health Transformation Project supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and are in support of the following initiatives described in the Rural Health Transformation Program project narrative.
- Medicaid Rural Health Access and Quality Grants
- Medicaid Primary Accountable Care Transformation
- Regional Maternal and Infant Health Hubs
Funding Available
The grant opportunity will make multiple awards with a total funding pool for awards of up to $31,750,000 for budget period one. Please note future budget periods funding amounts are to be determined and have not been awarded to the state by CMS. The award amount per applicant is expected to vary based on the proposed project.
Eligible Providers
The South Dakota Department of Social Services, Division of Medical Services (Medicaid) and Department of Health, are requesting proposals from hospitals, federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics, Indian Health Services/Tribal 638 clinics, clinics enrolled as physician groups, behavioral health clinics, and dental clinics for Rural Strong Grants. Applicants must be enrolled with Medicaid. Only business entities are eligible to apply. Individual providers are not eligible for grant awards.
Allowable Uses of Funds
Grant funds may only be used for the following purposes:
- Operational and Strategic Planning
- Strategic Partnerships
- Service Line Expansion
- Regional Resources/Hub and Spoke Models
- Care Coordination Infrastructure/Readiness for Value-Based Care
Key Dates
- Proposal Submission: May 22
- Anticipated Award Decision/Contract Negotiation: On or before June 22
The grant opportunity can be found on Open SD.
Cancer Programs Implementation Grant Request for Applications
The Cancer Programs are accepting applications for projects that advance the 2026-2030 South Dakota Cancer Plan. We are looking for initiatives that implement evidence-based interventions to strengthen access to cancer prevention, early detection, and survivorship services throughout South Dakota. This RFA is also aligned with the South Dakota Prevention Framework.
Eligibility Criteria: Eligible applicants include organizations that have the capacity to implement the required interventions. Eligibility includes, but is not limited to, federally qualified healthcare centers, health plans, healthcare clinics, healthcare systems, cancer treatment centers, healthcare professional organizations, Indian Health Service, non-profits, quality improvement organizations, school-based healthcare clinics, tribal health centers, universities, coalitions, and worksites. Project activities must occur within the geographical borders of South Dakota and target residents and/or tribal communities within South Dakota.
Application Deadline: The application window has closed for this project year.
Anticipated Award Amount and Availability: Applicants may request up to $15,000 per project period year. The total number of awards is dependent upon available funds and the number and scope of proposals submitted. 100 percent of this project will be funded by federal funds. Funding will be remitted on a reimbursement basis quarterly.
Project Period: June 1, 2026-May 31, 2027
Application Procedure: Applications are due via electronic submission to Shannon Park.
Application Assistance: Staff are available to support potential applicants throughout the application period. Staff can answer questions, brainstorm project ideas, review draft applications, and more. Please email Shannon Park for assistance.
Application: FY 2027 Collaborative RFA
Healthy South Dakota
The Office of Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Promotion offers a variety of funding opportunities through grants and foundations.
Visit https://healthysd.gov/fundingopportunities/ to view additional partner grant opportunities.
American Cancer Society Research Grants
As the nation’s largest private, not-for-profit source of funds for scientists studying cancer, the American Cancer Society (ACS) remains committed to funding basic, translational, clinical, and cancer control research now and in the future.
https://www.cancer.org/research/we-fund-cancer-research/apply-research-grant.html
American Association for Cancer Research
https://www.aacr.org/professionals/research-funding/current-funding-opportunities/
Stand Up to Cancer
Stand Up To Cancer grants and awards fund cancer research projects that address critical problems in patient care and deliver near-term patient benefits through individual and collaborative teams of expert investigators.
https://standuptocancer.org/science/grant-opportunities/
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Resources to identify funding opportunities for researchers, clinicians, nurses, and others in biomedicine and healthcare.