Michigan Opens $12M RHTP Transportation Grant, Due Aug 12
Key Questions
What is the Michigan $12M RHTP Transportation Grant?
It is the first concrete activity under Michigan's Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), providing $12 million to address rural access barriers through transportation improvements. The grant is offered by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).
Who is eligible to apply for the MDHHS rural transportation grant?
Broad eligibility includes nonprofits, for-profits, local governments, and health plans. Applications are confirmed by MDHHS for improving care delivery and access in rural areas.
What is the application deadline for the Michigan RHTP grant?
The deadline is August 12, with a pre-application webinar scheduled for July 23. This timeline applies to the transportation-focused Rural Health Transformation Program funding.
How does this grant relate to other MDHHS rural health initiatives?
This $12M transportation grant is separate from a related $2.5M MDHHS offering for rural chronic disease care under the same Rural Health Transformation Program. Both aim to improve access and care delivery in rural Michigan.
Where can applicants find more details on the Rural Health Transformation Program grant?
Details are available through MDHHS announcements seeking applications for improving care delivery and access through transportation. The program focuses on rural health barriers as confirmed by the department.
Michigan has released its first concrete RHTP activity: a $12M transportation grant to address rural access barriers. Pre-application webinar on July 23. Deadline August 12. Broad eligibility includes nonprofits, for-profits, local governments, and health plans. Confirmed by MDHHS.