FY2027 minority outreach and technical assistance program

The Maryland Department of Health, Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities, is requesting applications for the FY2027 Minority Outreach and Technical Assistance Program to deliver community-based education and health promotion interventions across six designated health focus areas, with applications due November 3, 2026.

The program targets reduction of health inequity by funding evidence-based or evidence-informed community engagement and technical assistance addressing health disparities among minority populations in Maryland. Applicants must demonstrate organizational capacity, community partnerships, and substantive understanding of health disparities affecting the communities they serve. The RFA indicates that preference may be given to minority-owned businesses and community-based organizations with demonstrated experience in health equity work and minority community engagement.

Selected grantees receive technical assistance and capacity-building support to enhance program implementation and outcomes. Funding is sourced through Maryland Department of Health budget allocations; specific award amounts and contract terms, including any renewal options and award announcement dates, are detailed in the RFA documentation.