Healthy Incentive Grants - Communities

Improving Health at the Local Level

The TSET Board of Directors recently approved enhancements to the program framework that go into effect for FY26. These changes are designed to streamline the application process, improve funding for rural communities and align the program with other TSET grant opportunities.

Some of the key changes include:

Removing previous max funding limits
All eligible communities (cities and towns) are able to apply, irregardless of previous award.
New single award category, replacing the previous bronze, silver, gold
Increasing the funding maximums, up to $100,000 based on population
New grant platform for submitting applications

The TSET Healthy Incentive Grant for Communities is designed to help municipalities adopt and implement best and promising practices for tobacco-free environments, access to healthy foods and physical activity opportunities in an effort to improve the health and quality of life for residents.

FY26 Application Open Periods for Communities:

October 24 – November 21, 2025
March 2 – 30, 2026

Look for the updated Resource Guide in early July!

Questions?

For questions regarding TSET Healthy Incentive Grants, please fill out this form. Please allow 2-4 business days for a response.

Last Modified on Apr 11, 2025