Missouri RHTP Workforce Retention and Enablers Funding Opportunity

Summary

the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). This competitive opportunity is open to Missouri’s rural healthcare stakeholders, targeting recruitment and retention barriers for essential rural health workers through innovations tailored to local needs. Each of the 27 ToRCH Care Hubs is eligible for an allocation of approximately $412,000 over two program years (subject to CMS Year 2 approval). Eligible activities may include housing assistance, workforce training and retention incentives, transportation, workplace organizational supports, and locally designed workforce solutions not otherwise covered by RHTP workforce programs. Providers and community-based partners participate via their local ToRCH Care Hub by proposing needs and collaborating in the aggregated Hub proposal process. Leadership Boards will review, prioritize, and approve Hub proposals before formal submission. Key program requirements, eligible funding uses, and detailed application instructions will be presented in the November 12, 2026, statewide informational webinar.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include rural hospitals, clinics, behavioral health organizations, EMS agencies, pharmacies, other healthcare providers, and community partners. Participation is channeled through each entity's local ToRCH Care Hub as part of a Leadership Board-approved, aggregated Hub proposal.

Requirements Checklist