Rapid Response Rural Data Analysis and Issue Specific Rural Research Studies

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is seeking applications for funding under the Rapid Response Rural Data Analysis and Issue Specific Rural Research Studies Program. This program aims to provide rural stakeholders with timely access to data analysis on pressing rural health issues. The goal of this award is to fund analysis that furthers understanding on emerging factors that affect rural health to improve health care in rural America. The program will fund one entity to provide data analysis and research studies. Eligible applicants include domestic organizations, such as state governments, Native American tribal governments, special district governments, independent school districts, public and State controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, small businesses, and non-profits. The estimated funding for this program is $600,000. Key aspects of the program include: • Providing rural stakeholders with timely access to data analysis on pressing rural health issues • Funding analysis that furthers understanding on emerging factors that affect rural health • Improving health care in rural America • Aligning with HRSA's priorities, such as evidence-based healthcare, biological and physiological integrity, and program integrity and fiscal stewardship • Demonstrating ongoing compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and award conditions • Submitting progress reports and annual performance reports • Developing plans and procedures to protect HHS systems and data, in accordance with the NIST Cybersecurity framework.