GRANT APPLICATIONS OPEN ON AUGUST 1, 2026
Applications for the 2026–2027 ACMS Foundation grant cycle will open on August 1, 2026.
To review the 2026/2027 RFP and Eligibility Requirements, please click here.
Applicants should review the RFP before applying, as requirements may differ from previous grant cycles.
New for the 2026–2027 Grant Cycle
Please review this year’s updates before applying.
- New operating budget eligibility limit of $3 million.
- Introduction of Collaboration Grants for collaborative projects (see RFP for more details).
- Increased maximum request of $25,000 for eligible Collaboration Grants.
- Updated application questions and budget guidance.
Grant Cycle Timeline
Applications Open
August 1, 2026
Applications Due
September 15, 2026
Funding Decisions
October 21, 2026
Funding Distributed
By November 30, 2026
What Will Be Available on August 1st
When the grant cycle opens, this page will include:
- 2026-2027 RFP
- Eligibility requirements
- Application instructions
- The online application link
Questions?
Questions about the upcoming grant cycle may be directed to:
Melanie Mayer
Manager, Allegheny County Medical Society Foundation
mmayer@acms.org
Technical assistance with the online application portal will be available once applications open.
Foundation staff are available to answer questions regarding:
- Eligibility
- Application requirements
- Foundant technical assistance
- Grant timeline
To ensure fairness, Foundation staff cannot review draft proposals or provide feedback regarding the competitiveness of individual applications.
About the ACMS Foundation
The Allegheny County Medical Society Foundation is the nonprofit, charitable arm of the Allegheny County Medical Society.
Our mission is to advance wellness by confronting social determinants of health and health disparities.
The Foundation supports community-based programs that improve health and well-being in Allegheny County. This may include work that improves access to care and resources, addresses barriers to health, and helps individuals and families live healthier lives.
Last updated: July 23, 2026