01/18/2022 | News release | Distributed by Public on 01/18/2022 13:17
YORK, Pa. (JANUARY 18, 2022) - WellSpan Health announces today that it has opened the application process for its Community Grants Program that provides direct funding to organizations to assist in addressing the social determinants of health and barriers to positive health outcomes.
"We know 80 percent of health outcomes are related to social and behavioral conditions impacting health and quality of life. Health systems cannot tackle these issues alone," said Ann Kunkel, vice president of community health and engagement, WellSpan Health. "Through our grants program, we are fortunate to partner with organizations across our region to address the health challenges facing our individual communities."
There are three levels of grant funding available:
Last year, WellSpan distributed more than $900,000 in grants to community partners who are working to reduce gun violence, furnish food and shelter to those in need, expand mental health services and address other health barriers. Our 2021 Slow the Spread grants, specifically related to COVID-19, helped our vulnerable and marginalized populations get access to vaccines and testing.
Deadlines for applications for Imagine and Inspire grants are due March 1, and the next opportunity to apply will be Sept. 1. 2022 Slow the Spread grants are open now and are due by Jan. 31.
A workshop is available to assist with the application process Jan. 25. Contact [email protected] for details. For more information on the grants and how to apply, visit www.wellspan.org and search Community Grants.
Grants are open to non-profit organizations. Individuals, for-profit entities, and organizations outside the WellSpan service area will not be considered.