New Funding Opportunity

Thank you for your interest in this new funding opportunity for Oregon Community Based Organizations from the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Public Health Division!


We will be hosting a series of informational webinars and application open office sessions for the new Public Health Equity Request for Grant Application (RFGA).


OHA intends to open this RFGA on July 1, 2025.


We invite you to join us virtually to learn more about the funding opportunity to help you prepare.



Areas for Funding

  • Environmental Public Health 
  • Lower Umatilla Basin Ground Water Management Area/Domestic Wells 
  • Preventing Environmental Exposures for Children's Health
  • Commercial Tobacco Prevention 
  • Adolescent and School Health 
  • Overdose Prevention 
  • Community Resilience: Community Connection and Empowerment 
  • Community Resilience: Emergency Preparedness and Response 
  • Communicable Disease: Prevention of HIV, Sexually Transmitted Infections and Tuberculosis
  • Communicable Disease: Immunization 

Get Ready! Grant Informational Sessions

Whether you are a seasoned grant applicant or new to the process, this session will provide the tools and knowledge you need to submit a strong application.


Informational Session Highlights:


  • Grant Overview: Discover the purpose of this funding opportunity and how it supports public health initiatives in our communities. Learn about the broader goals of the grant and the positive impact it aims to create.


  • Eligibility and Requirements: Find out if your organization qualifies to apply and get clarity on the specific criteria and expectations for grant recipients.


  • Programs and Scope of Work: Understand the types of public health programs eligible for funding, including community-driven projects and initiatives designed to address local health challenges.


  • Application Portal Walkthrough: A guided tour of the online application portal, with practical tips and advice to ensure a smooth submission process.



  • Important Dates: Stay on top of key due dates, including when the application period opens and closes, as well as any additional time-sensitive milestones.

Register Here

We will host (4) informational sessions in English and (2) sessions in Spanish, over 2 weeks.

  • Duration: 2-hour long sessions
  • Content will be the same
  • Sessions will be recorded



Select a link below to register for a Grant informational Session:

Informational Sessions in English



07/02/25

2:00pm - 4:00pm PST

Registration link



07/08/25

11:00am - 1:00pm PST

Registration link


07/09/25

1:00pm - 3:00pm PST

Registration link


07/15/25

12:00pm - 2:00pm PST

Registration link

Informational Sessions in Spanish


07/07/25

11:00am - 1:00pm PST

Registration link


07/16/25

3:00pm - 5:00pm PST

Registration link

Please note: Informational sessions are scheduled in alignment with the RFGA opening on July 1, 2025. In the event of a delay in the opening date, the sessions will be rescheduled accordingly, and all registered participants will be notified.

Join an Application Open Office Session

Join us for an open office session where we will be answering any technical and budget-related questions regarding the Public Health Equity Grant application.


Whether you need assistance navigating the application platform or have specific questions about the budget requirements, this session is designed to provide the support you need to complete your application.


*Note: All English sessions will have simultaneous Spanish

language interpretation.

Click the links below to register for an Open Office Session:



* Session date changed from 8/18/25 to 8/5/25.

Update will be reflected in your Zoom Registration link.

Stay in Touch!

To stay informed about this Request for Grant Applications (or RFGA) for the Public Health Equity Grant, please sign up for our listserv below. This will allow you to receive timely updates and important details as the launch date approaches.