Grant Applications

See if your organization fits the criteria for Elea Institute's next grantmaking cycle.

Our Grantmaking

About Our Grantmaking

Elea Institute supports organizations working to expand access to hospice and palliative care through two grantmaking cycles each year.

National Grant Program

The National Grant Program invites organizations from across the United States to apply for funding in support of four focus areas: improving access to quality care for underserved populations, advancing research and clinical education, increasing public awareness of end-of-life care options, and addressing unmet needs through innovative and emerging solutions.

The National RFP is typically released in March.

View National RFP 2026

Midwest Grant Program

The Midwest Grant Program focuses on community-level impact in the region, with priority given to organizations working in charity care, education, and integrative therapies.

The Midwest RFP is typically released in September.

Please note that timing may shift from year to year. We encourage prospective applicants to check this page regularly.

Questions?

Our team is here to help. Reach out to the appropriate contact below.

RFP Questions
Rachel Rifkin
rrifkin@gmafoundations.com
Technical / System Questions
Skylar Brown
sbrown@gmafoundations.com
Previous Grantmaking

See Who We've Funded

Elea Institute has awarded grants to organizations across the Midwest and beyond. Learn about our past grantees and the work they're doing.

View Grants Awarded
By offering grants and supporting wide-ranging initiatives, we strive to remove barriers to care, ensuring that compassionate and effective end-of-life care is accessible to all who need it. Kent Mathy — Chairman of the Board

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