Western Reserve Health Foundation
Western Reserve Health Foundation supports organizations with operating and project funding to improve Mahoning County residents’ health and well-being, with an emphasis on equitable health outcomes.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typically up to $20,000 for general operations or programs/projects
Summary: Supports organizations improving the health and well-being of Mahoning County residents through operating support and health-focused programs or projects.
Key Information: Work must benefit Mahoning County residents; applicants without IRS registration may apply through a fiscal sponsor.
Description
The Western Reserve Health Foundation, through the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley (CFMV), funds general operations and specific programs or projects that improve the health and well-being of all Mahoning County residents. Its 2026–2028 priorities follow the Mahoning-Trumbull Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), with support also available for cancer care and pediatric care.
The Foundation emphasizes equitable health outcomes, recognizing that barriers differ across populations and communities. It considers both what organizations do and how they work, including who leads planning and implementation. Strong proposals define success, involve people with direct experience, engage cross-sector partners, and address underlying social and economic challenges. Additional priority goes to work connected to Healthy Community Partnership action teams or aligned with the initiative’s shared vision and goals.
