Applications Now Open for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Equity Scholars for Action Program

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), in collaboration with Partners for Advancing Health Equity, is now accepting applications for the third cohort of the Health Equity Scholars for Action (HES4A) program. This initiative supports early-career investigators, especially those who have historically faced barriers to opportunity, with funding, mentorship, and a collaborative community to advance equity-driven research and leadership. The deadline for receipt of letters of intent is November 6, 2025 and the deadline for receipt of full proposals is March 12, 2026.

The goal of HES4A is to support the career development and academic progress of faculty conducting health equity research. Grants will be awarded to address the challenges that historically marginalized faculty typically experience and help them overcome obstacles to earning tenure.

HES4A provides resources for transformative, action-oriented research that accelerates progress toward health equity. Each scholar is paired with a technical mentor and career coach who provides personalized guidance, skill development, and professional connections. Participants also join a dynamic network of colleagues and organizations dedicated to dismantling barriers to health and ensuring everyone has a fair and just opportunity to thrive.

Learn more and apply.