The North Carolina Departments of Health and Human Services and Information Technology have announced a new Rural Health Innovation Fund, providing approximately $20 million annually for up to five years to help rural health care providers modernize technology and improve patient care.
Funding will support projects such as telehealth expansion, AI tools, electronic health record upgrades and cybersecurity improvements. Eligible providers include primary care practices, community health centers and other qualifying safety net providers.
Applications for the first round are due November 16, 2026.