Intent
The Minority Health Research and Education Grant Program (MHGP) was established to support the advancement of health research and education for medically underserved populations who face disparities in health access and outcomes within the state of Texas. The program is designed to provide funding for eligible institutions of higher education and Centers for Teacher Education that address health issues for underserved populations, including racial, ethnic, geographic, or economic groups.
This funding supports research and educational initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes for these groups, with the goal of improving health access and outcomes for medically underserved populations.
Eligibility
Institutions in the following categories and located in Texas are eligible to apply for a
Minority Health Research and Education Grant Program Award:
- Institutions of higher education as defined by Texas Education Code, §61.003(8). which includes public and private colleges and universities, and those accredited by recognized regional accrediting organizations.
- A Center for Teacher Education at Jarvis Christian College, Paul Quinn College, Texas College, Huston Tillotson University, or Wiley College.
The applicant must also meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Conduct research or educational programs that address health issues facing medically underserved minority groups (“Underserved Groups”) Form partnerships with minority organizations, colleges or universities to conduct research and educational programs that address health issues facing Underserved Groups.
- An eligible Applicant may partner with another eligible entity or an existing eligible entity for the purpose of conducting research or educational programs addressing health issues facing Underserved Groups, improving health outcomes, or creating new or expanded health programs aimed at underserved communities.
Entities that received or have received MHGP funding are eligible to reapply.
How to Apply
Accepting Applications
To view the Request for Applications (RFA) for Minority Health Research and Education Grant Program 2025-2027, click on the link below and follow the instructions outlined in the RFA to complete the applicant.
To apply, click on the application link. The submission must be complete including all required attachments by the deadline to be considered for an award.
Application Information
Review the RFA for detailed application information.
Ready to Apply?
Access the MHGP Application.
Reminders:
- The 2025-2027 cycle is a 24-month grant period.
- No late applications will be considered.
- This is a competitive grant award based on eligibility requirements, funding priorities, best overall value to the state and in accordance with the goals of the grant, and other factors including past performance on THECB grants.
Important Dates
May. 31, 2025
Application Deadline
Jun. 15, 2025
THECB Announcement of Grant Awards
Jul. 01, 2025
Grant Period of Performance Begins
Jun. 30, 2027
Grant Period of Performance Ends
Rules and Regulations
Impact
The Minority Health Research and Education Grant Program was established in 1999 by the 76th Texas Legislature through the creation of the Permanent Fund for Minority Health Research and Education. Funded through proceeds from the state’s Tobacco Lawsuit Settlement, this fund was designed to support research and educational programs addressing pressing health disparities faced by underserved or underrepresented populations in Texas. The program has continually aimed to improve health outcomes for underrepresented groups.
In November 2024, THECB implemented updated program rules that place a greater emphasis on grantees proposing projects that conduct research or educational initiatives aimed at addressing health disparities facing medically Underserved Groups. Grantees are also encouraged to form strategic partnerships with minority organizations, colleges, and universities to carry out these initiatives.
This restructuring aims to enhance the program’s impact by targeting specific health disparities through tailored research, educational efforts, and collaborations that directly engage with Underserved Groups in Texas.