Arizona Rural Health Transformation Program Announces New Funding Opportunities

Dear AZ RHTP Stakeholders,

We are pleased to announce the release of two RFGAs under the Arizona Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP):
Rural Health Innovative Care Pilot Program: AZRHTP - Rural Health Innovative Care Pilot Program
Technical Assistance for Operational & Fiscal Performance: AZRHTP - Technical Assistance: Operational & Fiscal Performance

The information below includes an overview of each funding opportunity and details for the accompanying pre-application conference.

Pre-Application Conference Details
Date: July 31st, 2026
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 PM MST
Format: Virtual, Via Zoom
Registration: Registration is required. Please register in advance, Arizona Rural Health Transformation Program RFGAs

The pre-application conference will provide an overview of the funding opportunities, review applicant eligibility, funding tiers, application requirements, and key timelines, and provide an opportunity for prospective applicants to ask questions before submitting an application.

Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the conference.

Funding Opportunity Overview

Rural Health Innovative Care Pilot Program intends to increase long-term access points to rural health care for preventive, specialty, and primary care services by piloting innovative care models and technologies, and alternative payment approaches.

Technical Assistance for Operational & Fiscal Performance aims to provide resources for targeted technical assistance to rural organizations for operational improvement, financial management, and network administration.

These investments are intended to strengthen the long-term capacity and sustainability of Arizona's rural health system by expanding access to innovative models of care, enhancing organizational and financial capabilities, and fostering integrated, community-based rural health networks that improve health outcomes.

Upcoming RFGA Releases

Making Rural Healthcare Resilient – Adopt Shared Services Consortiums ($5M)

Priority Health Initiatives Grant – Expansion of Mobile Digital Services Access Points, Clinics, and Crisis Services in Rural Communities ($8.5M)

If you have any questions in advance of the conference, please contact AHCCCS Procurement at Procurement@azahcccs.gov.

Thank you,

Arizona Rural Health Transformation Program
Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS)