UCHealth has allocated a total of $775,000 in grants to support 76 nonprofit organizations across Colorado. This funding aims to assist various initiatives focused on enhancing community health, particularly in Northern Colorado and the Boulder Valley. The grants will facilitate programs that tackle a range of issues, from preventive care and mental health support to addressing hunger and housing instability.
The nonprofit organizations receiving these funds are recognized for their commitment to overcoming barriers that inhibit access to essential health services. “UCHealth is honored to support organizations that share in our deeply rooted mission to improve lives,” said Colette Thompson, UCHealth’s senior director of community health in Northern Colorado. “We work with our community partners for a collective impact to address identified health issues, particularly for our most vulnerable populations.”
Impactful Programs and Community Support
The grant funding will bolster numerous initiatives, including community clinics, outreach programs, mental health services, food assistance, and transportation services. These efforts are designed to ensure that underserved populations can access the care they need. Additionally, the funding will enhance programs aimed at providing rental assistance, shelter, education, and workforce development, which are crucial for helping families avoid eviction and achieve financial independence.
Grants awarded range from $1,000 to $30,000, with recipients chosen based on their innovative and community-driven solutions that improve health and well-being. Among the organizations benefiting from this year’s funding is Harvest Farm and the Fort Collins Rescue Mission. “UCHealth’s generous partnership empowers us to continue saying ‘yes’ to those most vulnerable in our community — individuals seeking stability, healing, and hope,” stated Kyle McPherson, senior director of Harvest Farm and Fort Collins Rescue Mission.
List of Grant Recipients
Several notable recipients from the Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado include the Alliance for Suicide Prevention, Boulder Valley Health Center, and the Food Bank for Larimer County. Other organizations awarded funding include the Matthews House, North Colorado Health Alliance, and Project Self-Sufficiency, among others.
A complete list of the grant recipients can be accessed through UCHealth’s official communications. This funding initiative is part of UCHealth’s broader commitment to community health, which last year totaled $1.3 billion in community benefits, including $568 million in uncompensated care.
With a workforce of approximately 35,000 employees and operational facilities including 14 acute-care hospitals, UCHealth continues to play a vital role in enhancing health outcomes across Colorado, Wyoming, and western Nebraska.
