The Oregon Office of Rural Health (ORH) invites proposals for the 2027–2028 Rural Population Health Incubator Program.
The Incubator strengthens community health in rural Oregon by funding and supporting innovative population and community health programs led by rural hospitals, clinics, public health agencies and other community-based organizations. Through this program, grantees will:
- Receive up to $10,000 in grant funding;
- Join a cohort of rural innovators to share ideas and lessons learned; and
- Access mentorship, resources and expert guidance from ORH.
Key Dates
Information sessions(please note that both sessions will present the same content)
- Nov. 18, 2026 | 1-1:50 p.m. | Register here
- Dec. 17, 2026 | 2-2:50 p.m. | Register here
Proposal deadline: Jan. 22, 2027, by 5:00 p.m. PT
Award notifications: Feb. 26, 2027
Project period: April 15, 2027 – April 14, 2028
Eligibility
Applicants must be a hospital, clinic, public health agency or community-based organization located in rural Oregon or partnering with a rural organization, and implementing a program that advances community or population health.
Priority will be given to projects serving high-needs areas, addressing pressing community health needs and engaging multiple community partners.