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National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH)

NOSORH was established in 1995 to assist State Offices of Rural Health (SORH) in their efforts to improve access to, and the quality of, health care for nearly 61 million rural Americans. NOSORH enhances the capacity of SORH to do this by supporting the development of state and community rural health leaders; creating and facilitating state, regional, and national partnerships that foster information sharing and spur rural health-related programs/activities; and enhancing access to quality healthcare services in rural communities.

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FREE! Rural Health Capital Resources Training Series
Live Sessions
Looking to secure funding for rural health development? This training series is your key to success! Led by national experts in community development finance, federal funding programs, healthcare collaborations, and rural philanthropy, this three-part series provides actionable insights and proven strategies for securing funding and building impactful partnerships. Register today!

    Grant Writing Institute – Beyond the Basics
    On-Demand
    A comprehensive, virtual training program designed to help rural grant seekers and program managers advance their grantsmanship skills.

    RHC Mock Survey Masterclass
    On-Demand
    Developed to meet the needs of SORH staff and other technical assistance providers working with SORH to support Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) certified RHCs.

    Rural Health Clinic Institute
    On-Demand

    Helps SORH build their capacity to provide technical assistance to rural health clinics (RHCs).

    Rural Primary Care Institute
    On-Demand

    Equips SORH and their partners and stakeholders with the tools to deliver technical assistance to rural primary care providers.

    NOSORH News

    Rural Health Policy Update – July 2024

    Update provided by Andrew Coats, NOSORH Legislative Liaison  Below is an update on the rural health programs NOSORH has been meeting with Congress on during June.    Flex: During June, NOSORH was on...

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    National Rural Health Day (NRHD) 2024 Highlights

    NRHD 2024 Fact Sheet

    Explore a summary of 2024 key highlights and achievements.

    2024 Main Event

    Watch a recap of The Power of Rural in Action: RCORP Success Stories & Strategies.

    2024 Community Stars

    Discover individuals and organizations who made exceptional contributions to rural health.

    Events

    May 6

    101: Rural Health Capital Resources Overview
    2:30 pm ET
    In this introductory session, participants will discover the basics of federal, state, and private sources of capital for rural health and learn how capital resources are used in rural settings to achieve community health improvement goals. 

    May 13

    102: Rural Health Capital Resources – Accessing Expertise
    2:30 pm ET
    In this foundational session, participants will explore how to access federal, state, and private capital sources to support rural health initiatives. The discussion focuses on practical strategies for utilizing these resources to achieve meaningful community health improvements in rural settings.

    June 18

    103: The World of Rural Philanthropy: How to Effectively Engage and Partner
    12:00 pm ET
    This session provides an overview of the structure of the rural-serving philanthropic sector, explores how philanthropy views rural organizations and communities, and shares practical lessons for engaging and building long-term partnerships with rural funders.

    September 9-11

    NOSORH Annual Meeting
    This in-person event offers two and a half days of leadership development, education, partnerships, recognition, and networking! This meeting is intended for State Offices of Rural Health, Investing Partners, and other invited guests. 

    We’re Thankful for Partners Who Invest in Our Mission!