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Closed on Jul 17, 2026

Grants to States to Support Oral Health Workforce Activities (SOHW)

Health Resources and Services Administration · Opportunity number HRSA-26-084

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 28, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jul 17, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberHRSA-26-084
AgencyHealth Resources and Services Administration
Department of Health and Human Services
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)93.236
PostedJun 15, 2026
DeadlineJul 17, 2026
Award ceiling$400,000
Award floor$1
Expected number of awards37
Estimated total program funding$14,800,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredYes
Funding typeGrant
CategoryHealth
Last updated hereJun 28, 2026

Summary from the notice

This program supports states in developing and implementing innovative programs to address the oral health workforce needs of Dental Health Professional Shortage Areas (Dental HPSAs).

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • State governments
  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)

Who should take a closer look

  • State governments

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

These types of domestic* organizations may apply:State governor-designated entities such as:The office of the state dental director.State-run university or dental school.State or special district government, including the District of Columbia, domestic territories, and freely associated states.We encourage states to work with tribal entities to facilitate greater coordination between states and tribal governments. We will only accept one application per state. All states are eligible to apply. If you are a current recipient with a period of performance ending on August 31, 2026, you are eligible to apply.

Cost sharing: this notice requires cost sharing or matching funds. Check the notice for the required share and what counts toward it.

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

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