Telehealth Centers of Excellence

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is inviting applications for the FY2026 Telehealth Centers of Excellence (HRSA-26-056) program, with an application deadline of July 8, 2026. This funding opportunity, totaling $8,500,000 for two Cooperative Agreements, aims to support incumbent domestic public academic medical centers that are current Telehealth Center of Excellence award recipients. The program's purpose is to advance innovative telehealth solutions, improve health outcomes in rural and underserved populations, and strengthen the evidence base for telehealth through the implementation and evaluation of at least 20 evidence-based telehealth projects annually. Award recipients will develop national models, provide technical assistance, manage a public website, and collaborate with HRSA-funded programs. The application process requires SAM.gov and Grants.gov registration, adherence to a 60-page limit, and detailed narratives covering need, approach, work plan, performance management, sustainability, and organizational information. Applications will be reviewed based on merit criteria including need, response, performance reporting and evaluation, impact, resources and capabilities, and support requested.