Best Health Care Grants in Florida

Florida 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving communities near Tampa and working in health care access, community health education, or related medical needs can seek program support through Bristol Myers Squibb’s Community Giving. Focused on unmet medical needs and STEM education, this funding may benefit health-focused organizations delivering services where company employees live and work.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing health care, education, athletics, spiritual health, or community engagement programs that benefit Winter Park, Florida, may be eligible for invitation-only support; awards fund projects serving this community. Grants from Elinor & T.W. Miller Foundation also support work that includes Ashland, Ohio, alongside these focus areas.

Florida 501(c)(3) nonprofits and local or state agencies improving health care access, social needs, or housing can seek support for projects serving Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe County residents. With a mission to improve South Florida community health, Health Foundation of South Florida backs collaborations, technology, advocacy, and safety-net services for vulnerable populations.

Grants from the Alvah H and Wyline P Chapman Foundation help Florida 501(c)(3) nonprofits fund operating support, specific projects, or endowments for children and families, education, homelessness, substance abuse prevention, and conservation. Awards are typically under $15,000 and preference goes to communities where foundation directors and members live, which may include parts of Florida.

Legal services nonprofits, solo practitioners, and small law firms in Florida pursuing impact litigation for economic, environmental, racial, or social justice can apply for recoverable grants from the Impact Fund, awarding US $10,000 - US $50,000 for out-of-pocket litigation costs. Health care and disability rights cases that advance systemic reform may be eligible.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Florida can receive more than US $2,500 in financial grants to support health, hunger relief, and everyday heroes initiatives. Wawa Foundation provides funding for hospitals and pediatric care, food access and hunger programs, and services for military, veterans, first responders, and at-risk K–12 youth within its six-state market area.

Florida 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on health care, social services, hunger, poverty, or public safety can access funding through the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation for community-focused programs. Grants up to US $1,000 support initiatives that broadly benefit local communities and are endorsed by a Perdue associate.

The Ocean Reef Community Foundation's Community Grants Program supports local charities addressing community issues and fostering self-sufficiency. Grants focus on innovative projects that improve community welfare, with preference given to those involving partnerships and additional funding sources. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entities and demonstrate a clear impact on the defined areas. The program prioritizes initiatives that enhance services, empower individuals, and address root causes of challenges faced by the community.

Florida 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving health care, education, arts and culture, or community services can apply for Stellar Foundation’s employee-driven grants. Organizations must have the staff and resources to carry out their proposed projects. Proposals are reviewed quarterly for programs that strengthen families and communities locally and beyond.

The Impact Polk Grants, administered by the GiveWell Community Foundation, aim to address diverse community needs in Polk County, Florida. This annual competitive grant program supports initiatives in six key areas: economic opportunities, education, food security, housing, quality of life, and transportation. By focusing on enhancing residents' quality of life, the program targets systemic barriers and fosters equitable access to essential services, thereby promoting community resilience and growth.

Grants from Dunspaugh-Dalton Foundation help Florida health and human services, education, arts, youth, and community nonprofits deliver programmatic projects, with occasional capital support. Eligible applicants are IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) charities (not private foundations) operating at least five years, primarily serving Miami-Dade County communities with clearly defined outcomes.

Grants from the Melba Bayers Meyer Charitable Trust help Florida 501(c)(3) organizations fund health and human services, especially for children. Nonprofits in Pensacola and Alabama serving children’s health, indigent Native Americans, or the care of neglected animals may be especially competitive, alongside programs in education, environment, arts, religion, and public benefit.

Health-focused 501(c)(3) organizations in Florida can seek support for medical and health services for abused women and children, leading-edge treatment and research, and related care needs. Karpus Family Foundation provides grants with preference for programs matching its priorities, and accepts letters of inquiry year-round with three application cycles annually.

Nonprofits, governmental, and faith-based organizations in Florida can apply for funding to support community health, nutrition, emotional wellbeing, and related services. Humana Foundation provides health-focused grants that may back programs in suicide prevention, substance abuse treatment, food security, senior services, and disaster preparedness as part of broader efforts to improve equitable health outcomes.

The Qlarant Foundation Grant supports grassroots organizations aiming to enhance healthcare access and improve health outcomes for under-served populations. With funding of up to $50,000, the foundation prioritizes projects demonstrating measurable impacts in areas such as patient safety and health education. Established in 2003, the grant is available to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in select states, fostering initiatives that address health equity and improve quality of life for individuals and communities.

Florida 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing health, housing, family stability, food access, or related social services within Orlando city limits can seek Community Investment Program funding. With a mission to strengthen residents’ well-being, the City of Orlando Office of Community Affairs supports comprehensive, equity-focused programs, with priority for grassroots, minority-led or underrepresented community organizations.

Florida nonprofits serving at-risk children and families can seek funding for child welfare, mental health, education, and stabilization programs. Focused on child development and family support, Hobbs Foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations in Florida to propose specific projects that provide early interventions, therapeutic services, and community-based resources for vulnerable youth.

Florida nonprofits, public agencies, schools, health care facilities, and other eligible organizations working on food security can receive US $90,000 - US $100,000 to improve access to affordable, nutritious food. Florida Blue Foundation supports community-based programs with nutrition education, covering salaries, training, program materials, technology, travel, and limited indirect costs, with priority for select ZIP codes and rural counties.

Health-focused 501(c)(3) organizations in northeast Florida can seek funding for programs improving access to care and related community health priorities. Focused on health care access, Mayo Clinic invites Florida nonprofits to propose new or ongoing outreach in areas like health and human services, education and workforce development, youth enrichment, belonging, and community events.

Nonprofits, mission-oriented for-profits, and eligible housing entities in Florida can seek US $2,000,000 to scale proven affordable housing innovations through the National Housing Innovation Grant competition. Enterprise Community Partners and Wells Fargo support ready-to-scale solutions in design and construction, finance, or service delivery that expand housing choice and access for lower- and moderate-income residents.

Nonprofit organizations and public entities serving Brevard County, Florida can seek funding for community-based health and wellness, basic needs, and related services through the Community Foundation for Brevard’s competitive grants, with awards from US $1,000 - US $10,000. Programs addressing health care alongside education, housing, or community development may be especially relevant for Florida health-focused organizations.

Florida 501(c)(3) hospitals, clinics, and health-related institutions can access funding for endowments, capital projects, and major equipment needs through the Gladys Brooks Foundation. Health care organizations addressing new health needs, improving care quality, or reducing costs with better outcomes may be eligible for US $50,000 - US $150,000 in support.

The Dr. John T. Macdonald Foundation Grant aims to enhance healthcare in Miami-Dade County through funding local community projects and medical scholarships. Established in 1992, the foundation has awarded over 597 grants, emphasizing direct medical care and health education for children and the economically disadvantaged. Eligible applicants include tax-exempt organizations with a focus on improving community health. The foundation's commitment to sustainable transformation inspires future generations to contribute positively to their communities.

Health and human service nonprofits and eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in Florida can seek funding for medical care, rehabilitation, and supportive services. Grants from Margaret McCartney & R. Parks Williams Foundation help cover project support, general operating, and scholarships, with US $5,000 - US $25,000 available for work including cancer, heart disease, disability, and elder or child care.

Nonprofit organizations improving maternal and infant health outcomes, including those serving Florida communities, can apply for Elevance Health Foundation’s Maternal and Child Health Grant. Focused on maternal/infant health, Elevance Health Foundation invites U.S. health care and community organizations to propose scalable programs that reduce disparities, address social needs, and remove barriers to care from pre-conception through postnatal support.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and fiscally sponsored projects providing safety, health, or recovery services in Miami-Dade County can seek US $10,000 - US $30,000 for one-year program support. With a mission to build a stronger Miami, The Miami Foundation funds crime prevention, human trafficking and survivor services, substance dependence treatment, and youth development initiatives that may include health care and mental health components.

What We Fund

Our founder, Tom Golisano, has deep and personal interest in supporting projects and initiatives that enhance the dignity and independence of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and that build inclusive communities. The Golisano Foundation is committed to improving the lives of people with IDD through transformational investments in organizations working to create inclusive communities where all citizens are valued as productive members of society.

With this in mind, the Foundation has adopted the following areas for funding consideration:

• Holds the principles of social justice in highest regard as demonstrated by agency’s mission, work and proposal; believes people with disabilities are powerful agents of change and that society as a whole benefits when all individuals reach their full potential and become contributing members of their community. 
• Supports throughout the life span and transitions for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families and caregivers including but not limited to the following areas: Educational support at various stages of development as well as life-long learning opportunities; employment services including supported, career development, vocational and life skills training; year-round preventative health services, fitness activities, physical and emotional wellness; expanded residential options for community living; caregiver respite; recreation; transportation, assistive technology, community awareness and advocacy. 
• Community-wide strategies that can grow best practices and effective programs to transformative scale; are easy to replicate and share broadly with the field. 
• Interdisciplinary and interagency alliances/collaborations/coalitions that bring together the expertise and perspectives of various disciplines including non-traditional human services providers such as businesses, higher education institutions, health systems, and government.
• Initiatives that target individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are underserved, isolated and/or have difficulty accessing services and programs; work to eliminate structural, economic or cultural barriers to services. 
• Person-directed services and planning with individuals and families involved in the selection, implementation and monitoring of one’s supports and services. 
• Applications for programs, capital projects and community planning initiatives related to the field of developmental disabilities will be given consideration.

We are willing and eager to partner with grantees, as appropriate, to achieve thes goals and maximize impact. Therefore the approval of a grant will be followed up with careful monitoring of the project as it unfolds. The devil is in the details, and to give responsibly means remaining involved as the project proceeds. While we rely on competent agency staff, outside consultants, and expert advisors to help us make reasoned decisions on funding and monitor the implementation of funded projects, we believe that the Foundation’s involvement in the details of a project is important to the beneficiary and the community we serve.