The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has issued a competitive Grant Funding Opportunity (GFO) to introduce primary and secondary school students to nursing through summer camp experiences.
Donor Name: Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)
State: Michigan
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/20/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year
Details:
The purpose of the programs is to support the creation of new and expansion of existing nursing-focused camps, particularly in rural communities, to increase early exposure to nursing careers and strengthen the future workforce. Camps must be led by Michigan-licensed nurses and provide hands-on skill development, CPR training, vital sign instruction, first aid and guidance on nursing education pathways.
Funding Information
The grant period is May 1, 2026, through Sept. 30, 2026, with a total of $27,500 available.
Criteria
This opportunity is open to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, private and public entities, local health departments, federally recognized tribes, a group of federally recognized Michigan tribes or an Urban Indian Health Clinic program and universities.
For more information, visit MDHHS.
