Grant opportunities in 2026
The Foundation will offer three funding cycles in 2026:
- General Operating & Program Grants: Considered in Q2, Q3, and Q4.
- Capital Requests: Invitation-only and considered exclusively in Q4.
Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations established for at least three years and headquartered in Davidson, Williamson, Wilson, Rutherford, Cheatham, Dickson, Robertson, or Sumner Counties.
| Quarter 2 | Quarter 3 | Quarter 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Hours | February 5, 2026 | May 14, 2026 | August 12, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | March 6, 2026 | June 19, 2026 | September 11, 2026 |
| Board Meeting | May 6, 2026 | August 26, 2026 | November 11, 2026 |
Instructions for returning applicants:
The HCA Healthcare Foundation has moved to GrantsConnect, a Blackbaud platform designed to make the grantmaking process simpler and more efficient. Organizations must have a GrantsConnect account before applying for grant support.
- In order to create a GrantsConnect account, utilize Blackbaud ID to create an account, verify your email address and select a password.
- If your organization has previously completed an application in GrantsConnect – for another funder or donation provider – utilize your existing Blackbaud ID account credentials to access the HCA Healthcare Foundation GrantsConnect's Applicant Portal. If you are not immediately taken to the HCA Healthcare Foundation application, paste the application link in the address bar.
Instructions for new inquiries:
Organizations that have never received funding from the Foundation - or have not received support within the past 18 months - must complete an Applicant Inquiry Form. After submission, please allow at least two weeks for a response with next-step instructions from the HCA Healthcare Foundation team. When planning your submission, be sure to review the 2026 application deadlines to ensure timely consideration.
Organizations must have a GrantsConnect account before submitting an Applicant Inquiry Form.
- If you need to create a GrantsConnect account, utilize Blackbaud ID to create an account, verify your email address and select a password.
- If you have previously completed an application in GrantsConnect (even for another foundation), utilize your existing Blackbaud ID account credentials to access the HCA Healthcare Foundation GrantsConnect’s Applicant Inquiry Form.
In 2026, funding is restricted to organizations that meet the following criteria:
- Address community concerns related to basic needs, primary care, health and wellbeing, and early childhood through secondary education.
- 501c3 for at least three years and located in Davidson, Williamson, Wilson, Rutherford, Cheatham, Dickson, Robertson or Sumner Counties.
- Minimum general operating budget of $500,000 / Maximum general operating budget of $20,000,000.