The Healthy People grant from Greater Cincinnati Foundation funds evidence-based, community-driven projects to improve health outcomes and address disparities in Greater Cincinnati.
Funder: Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per grant; approximately 16 grants awarded per cycle; one-year project period
Summary: Funds community-driven, evidence-based solutions to improve health outcomes and equitable access to care in the Greater Cincinnati region.
Key Information: Only one application per organization per cycle; fiscal sponsorship permitted for non-501(c)(3)s.
The Healthy People grant, offered by the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, supports initiatives that strengthen the physical and mental well-being of residents across the Greater Cincinnati region. This program is part of the foundation’s Community & Cultural Vibrancy strategy and seeks to address root causes of health disparities through community-driven, evidence-based projects. The grant prioritizes efforts that expand access to care, promote prevention, and foster long-term stability for children, families, older adults, and people with disabilities. Emphasizing cross-sector collaboration and upstream solutions, the program aims to reduce crisis dependence and create sustainable pathways to well-being.