Federal, state, and foundation funding sources for HIV/STI nonprofit organizations serving Pasco, Pinellas, and Hillsborough Counties, Florida.
Grant deadlines and award amounts change frequently. Always verify current information directly with the funding agency before applying. This page is updated periodically but may not reflect the latest cycles.
HRSA (Health Resources & Services Administration)
Funds core medical services and support services for people with HIV who are uninsured or underinsured. Part B provides formula grants to states and territories to improve the quality, availability, and organization of HIV health care and support services.
Varies by state allocation
Ongoing – Florida DOH administers
Nonprofit organizations providing HIV/AIDS care and support services in Florida.
HRSA (Health Resources & Services Administration)
Supports outpatient ambulatory health services and early intervention services for people with HIV. Focuses on primary care, case management, and linkage to care for underserved populations.
$150,000 – $1,000,000+
Check HRSA grants portal for open NOFAs
Federally qualified health centers, nonprofit organizations, and public entities providing HIV primary care.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Supports evidence-based HIV prevention interventions including testing, counseling, linkage to care, and community outreach. Priority populations include Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino communities.
$50,000 – $500,000
Varies – check grants.gov
State and local health departments, community-based organizations, and nonprofits with HIV prevention experience.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Funds STI prevention, testing, and treatment programs targeting underserved populations. Supports syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia prevention with emphasis on health equity.
$25,000 – $250,000
Varies – check grants.gov
Nonprofits and community-based organizations with demonstrated STI prevention capacity.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Supports HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment services for racial and ethnic minority populations disproportionately affected by HIV. Integrates substance abuse and mental health services with HIV care.
$100,000 – $400,000
Check SAMHSA grants portal
Nonprofit organizations serving minority communities with HIV/AIDS and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Florida Department of Health
State-funded grants for HIV prevention activities in Florida, including testing, counseling, PrEP navigation, and community education. Pasco, Pinellas, and Hillsborough Counties are priority areas.
$25,000 – $200,000
Annual RFP – typically spring
Florida-based nonprofits and community organizations providing HIV prevention services.
Florida Department of Health
Addresses HIV disparities among Florida's minority populations through prevention, testing, and linkage to care programs. Targets Black/African American and Hispanic communities in high-burden counties.
$50,000 – $300,000
Annual – check Florida DOH website
Florida-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve minority communities affected by HIV.
Gilead Sciences
Supports community-based organizations working to end the HIV epidemic in the Southern United States. Focuses on testing, PrEP access, treatment adherence, and stigma reduction in underserved communities.
$100,000 – $500,000
Rolling applications
Community-based nonprofits in the Southern U.S. with HIV prevention and care programs.
ViiV Healthcare
Funds community-led HIV programs addressing prevention, treatment, and care. Prioritizes programs serving women, youth, and communities of color with innovative approaches to HIV stigma reduction.
$25,000 – $150,000
Rolling – quarterly review
Nonprofit organizations with community-based HIV programs and demonstrated impact.
Pinellas Community Foundation
Supports health and human services nonprofits in Pinellas County. Funds programs addressing health disparities, access to care, and preventive health services for underserved populations.
$5,000 – $25,000
Annual grant cycle – check PCF website
501(c)(3) nonprofits operating in Pinellas County with health-focused programming.
AIDS Healthcare Foundation
Supports HIV testing, prevention, and care organizations worldwide. Focuses on expanding access to HIV testing and treatment in underserved communities with emphasis on rapid linkage to care.
$10,000 – $75,000
Rolling applications
Community-based nonprofits providing HIV testing and care services.
Pasco County Government
HUD-funded grants administered by Pasco County for public services benefiting low- and moderate-income residents. Health services, including HIV/STI education and patient navigation, are eligible activities.
$5,000 – $50,000
Annual – typically fall application cycle
Nonprofits serving low-income Pasco County residents with documented community need.
Practical guidance for strengthening your funding applications as a new 501(c)(3).
Document all community outreach events, people served, and health outcomes. Funders want to see measurable impact before committing significant resources.
Partner with Pasco County Health Department, Suncoast Health Council, and local FQHCs. Letters of support from established organizations strengthen applications significantly.
The federal EHE initiative targets 57 priority jurisdictions. Pasco, Pinellas, and Hillsborough Counties fall within the Tampa MSA — emphasize this alignment in federal applications.
Reference Florida DOH HIV surveillance data for your three-county service area. Quantify the gap between need and available services to justify your program's existence.
Apply for local and foundation grants first (Pinellas Community Foundation, Pasco CDBG) to build a funding history before pursuing large federal awards like Ryan White.
Consider contracting a professional grant writer for federal applications. Many work on retainer or percentage of award. Florida Nonprofit Alliance can provide referrals.