Rural Health Value Program

The Rural Health Value Program aims to award a single recipient to deliver analysis and technical assistance to rural health stakeholders, enabling them to navigate and effectively participate in value-based care models. This initiative supports rural providers in understanding and adapting to evolving payment and delivery systems that prioritize quality and cost-efficiency, with the ultimate goal of improving health outcomes in underserved rural communities. The program is administered by the Health Resources and Services Administration under the Department of Health and Human Services and is intended to strengthen the capacity of rural providers to succeed in contemporary and future healthcare payment structures. The opportunity was posted on August 7, 2026, and interested parties can obtain additional details through the designated point of contact, Lawrencia Afagbedzi, who can be reached via email at lafagbedzi@hrsa.gov or by phone at 301-443-3196. The funding opportunity does not specify a solicitation number, set-aside type, or NAICS code, and there is no designated physical place of performance listed beyond the United States. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the full announcement on the Grants.gov website linked in the provided UI link for comprehensive guidance and application requirements.