The Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, a private foundation focused on health care issues in North Carolina, is excited to announce the “Innovations in Rural Health Award.” The Trust is looking for original, innovative solutions to drive health improvement in rural communities. Up to three winners will receive a $25,000 New Rural Award for their creative and inspirational ideas.

In addition to the $25,000 prize, winners might see their projects implemented in North Carolina by the Trust and will gain exposure to a number of other North Carolina funders that could benefit their future work.

Any individual or organization across the country is invited to participate. Contestants are encouraged to think big and help identify exciting approaches that will work to address health challenges in rural areas.

To participate, click here. Applications will be accepted starting September 1, 2012. For more information about the award visit: http://www.kbr.org/news-room.cfm?nid=142.