HAM Grant Program

Houston Academy of Medicine (HAM) is proud to introduce a new grant program for members designed to support innovative programs and projects that advance our mission and reflect our shared vision for a healthier community. This initiative will provide funding to members whose program or project strengthens the practice of medicine, improves patient care, promotes physician well-being, and enhances public health.

Through this grant program, HAM seeks to empower ideas that create meaningful, measurable impact. We welcome proposals that foster education, advocacy, community outreach, leadership development, health equity, and other efforts aligned with HAM’s commitment to physicians and the patients they serve in Harris County.

Any questions about this program may be directed via e-mail to hcmsgrant@hcms.org.

Eligibility
  • Applicant eligibility
    • Must be an active HCMS/HAM member for at least six (6) months
    • Must not have been awarded an HAM grant in the current calendar year
    • If previously awarded an HAM grant, must have complied with reporting requirements
Submission Timeline
  • Grant applications are due June 1, 2026 and award decisions will be made by July 1, 2026.
    • After July 1, 2026, if there are funds remaining, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until grant funds are exhausted.
    Submission Method
    • Grant applications must be electronically submitted utilizing the designated grant form.
    • Applications submitted through other methods will not be accepted.
    Application Requirements
    • Applications must be complete at the time of submission and include an answer to all questions on the grant application.
    • Applicant’s Curriculum Vitae or Biography is required to be submitted with the application.
    • Incomplete applications may be deemed ineligible for review.
    Award Decisions
    • The maximum grant amount that will be awarded per program/project is $2,500.
    • Grant awards will be made at the discretion of the Grants Committee based on application scores, funding availability, and program priorities.
    • The Grants Committee reserves the right to:
      • Fully fund, partially fund, or decline any application
      • Request clarification or additional information from applicants
    Notification and Disbursement
    • Applicants will be notified of award decisions via email.
    • Awarded applicants will be required to sign a grant agreement or acknowledgment and provide required tax documents, if any, prior to disbursement of funds.
    • Grant funds will only be disbursed via ACH. No cash or paper checks will be issued.
    • Grant funds must be used solely for the purposes described in the approved application.
    Reporting and Accountability
    • Grant recipients will be required to submit brief interim and/or final reports outlining:
      • Use of funds
      • Project outcomes or deliverables

    Click here to apply for a grant.

    Updated/reviewed on 03-10-2026