Dr. William R. Bosien Fund
The Dr. William R. Bosien Fund supports projects improving access to medical care and public medical education in Polk County, focusing on underserved patients and community health knowledge.
Funder: Polk County Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (2nd Quarter) | September 2026 (3rd Quarter) | March 2027 (1st Quarter)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from under $1,000 to tens of thousands of dollars per project; most grants must be spent within 12 months.
Summary: Supports projects that expand access to medical care for those unable to pay and provide medical education for the general public in Polk County.
Description
The Dr. William R. Bosien Fund is a competitive grant program administered by the Polk County Community Foundation. Established in 1981 to honor Dr. Bosien’s legacy of compassionate medical service, the fund supports projects that enhance the availability of medical care for patients unable to afford treatment and that provide medical educational programs for the general public. The fund is part of the Foundation’s Area of Interest Grants, which are designed to address specific local needs in alignment with donor wishes. Grants are awarded through quarterly competitive cycles, and applicants are encouraged to clearly demonstrate how their proposed project will improve access to care or expand public medical education in the Polk County area.
