Orvis Nursing Receives $3 Million HRSA Grant to Aid Rural Nurses

Reno, NV, October 1, 2026 —

The Orvis School of Nursing at the University of Nevada, Reno has been awarded a significant grant totaling $3 million from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The funding is designated to provide support for nurses practicing in rural areas.

• Grant Amount: $3 million
• Recipient: Orvis School of Nursing, University of Nevada, Reno
• Funding Agency: Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
• Purpose: To support rural nurses

The grant aims to address critical needs within the rural nursing workforce. Specific details regarding the exact allocation of funds and the timeline for the grant’s implementation were not immediately available. However, the initiative underscores a commitment to enhancing nursing resources and care delivery in underserved rural communities, which often face unique challenges such as limited access to specialized healthcare, workforce shortages, and geographic isolation.

HRSA, an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is dedicated to improving health and achieving health equity through the access to quality primary care. Grants awarded by HRSA typically support programs designed to strengthen the healthcare workforce, expand access to services, and improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations.

The Orvis School of Nursing at the University of Nevada, Reno is recognized for its role in educating healthcare professionals. This federal funding is expected to bolster its efforts in training and retaining nurses who will serve rural Nevada and potentially beyond. The specifics of the programs or initiatives that will be funded by this $3 million grant are anticipated to be detailed by the university in upcoming communications.

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