Telehealth Nutrition Services Network Grant Program

The Telehealth Nutrition Services Network Grant Program, offered by the Office for the Advancement of Telehealth, aims to integrate nutrition services into primary and specialty care in rural and medically underserved areas using telehealth networks. The program, with an application deadline of July 8, 2026, plans to award 18 grants totaling $5.4 million in FY 2026, with individual awards up to $300,000 over five years. Eligible domestic organizations, including non-profits, for-profits, and government entities, must demonstrate a telehealth network with at least one distant site and two originating sites in rural and medically underserved areas, with at least 50% of funding used for rural activities. The program prioritizes projects that address chronic diseases through nutrition interventions, utilize remote patient monitoring, and involve interdisciplinary care teams including registered dietitians and community health workers. Applications are evaluated on need, response, performance reporting, impact, resources, capabilities, and budget, with funding preferences for specific organizational and service criteria.

The Telehealth Nutrition Services Network Grant Program (HRSA-26-076) is a federal funding opportunity from the Office for the Advancement of Telehealth, due July 8, 2026. It aims to integrate nutrition services into primary and specialty care using telehealth networks in rural and medically underserved areas. The program seeks to expand access to nutrition screenings, registered dietitians, and Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to prevent and manage chronic diseases. Eligible applicants include various domestic public and private entities, with a requirement to utilize at least 50% of funds for activities in rural areas. Awards are expected to total $5.4 million, with 18 grants up to $300,000 each over five years. Key requirements include demonstrating an existing telehealth network, incorporating community health workers and registered dietitians, and developing sustainable billing practices. Applications are reviewed based on need, proposed approach, performance management, impact, organizational capabilities, and budget. Funding preferences are given to specific organizational types, service offerings, coordination efforts, network composition, and connectivity initiatives.