HCHC Foundation announces 2023 Grant Cycle

MT. PLEASANT — Henry County Health Center Foundation is pleased to announce its 2023 Grant Program. The HCHC Foundation seeks to support the health and well-being of Henry County communities by generating financial resources to groups and organizations with a specific health related project.

The Foundation will fund projects in six health related priority areas: 1) Science and Technology, 2) Health Education, 3) Health Programming, 4) Workforce Development, 5) Workforce Recruitment and 6) Capacity Building.

Those seeking funds should submit Letters of Intent to HCHC Foundation by Aug. 15, 2023. Letters of Intent should include organization information, project information and dollar amount requested.

If the Foundation determines the program or project meets eligibility requirements, the applicant will receive an invitation to submit a full grant application. Full applications are due Sept. 30, 2023.

According to Mark Hempen, Director, HCHC Foundation is diligently working to achieve its vision to become the premier catalyst for generating financial resources to support a healthier future.

“This grant program allows us to fund and support health-related projects that benefit individuals and families of Henry County,” Hempen said. “It is a great opportunity to give back to the people that have so generously contributed to the Foundation.”

2022 award recipients included ISU Extension, Parkview Home, Mt. Pleasant Community Childcare Center and Mt. Pleasant Community School District.

Consideration for funding will be given to proposals which closely align with the Foundation’s mission, have the potential to achieve both the objectives of the applicant organization and program goals of the Foundation, and have the potential for long-term impact and sustainability in the community.

For additional details please contact Mark Hempen at the HCHC Foundation at 319-385-6541, or MHempen@greatriverhealth.org.