COVID-19 Health Disparities Grant Success Stories

At a glance

Recipients of the National Initiative to Address COVID-19 Health Disparities Among Populations at High-Risk and Underserved, Including Racial and Ethnic Minority Populations and Rural Communities grant share how they are addressing COVID-19-related health disparities and advancing health equity.

About these resources

The National Initiative to Address COVID-19 Health Disparities Among Populations at High-Risk and Underserved, Including Racial and Ethnic Minority Populations and Rural Communities grant is a $2.25 billion grant that represents CDC's largest investment to date focused specifically on reducing health disparities related to COVID-19.

Recipients of the grant are using funds to improve data collection, expand infrastructure, and mobilize partners to reduce COVID-19 related health disparities. Read about their success stories below.

Disclaimer‎

This grant is funded through the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021. The views expressed in this material reflect the opinions of grant recipient authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the CDC; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the US Government.