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November 12, 2009 New listings, in order of submission deadlines The Humana Foundation Grants Address Health Issues The Humana Foundation promotes healthy living by supporting nonprofit organizations in communities including those in Florida where the company has a meaningful presence. The Foundation primarily supports programs that address health issues, with emphasis on childhood health and education, health literacy, and active lifestyles. South Florida Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure Deadline: Nov 30 5:00 pm Applications for breast cancer and breast health programs from nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies and educational institutions in Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties are eligible for funding. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 561-514-3020 ext. 14 or tina@komensouthflorida.org Department of Health Communities Putting Prevention to Work Deadline: Dec 1 DHHS has created a comprehensive initiative for the $650 million allotted for chronic disease prevention efforts in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. The goal is to address the leading preventable causes of death and disability, namely obesity and tobacco use, by expanding the use of evidence-based strategies and programs, mobilizing local resources at the community-level, and strengthening the capacity of states. Funds will be awarded for projects in two categories: Obesity/Physical Activity/Nutrition and Tobacco Control/Cessation. A proposal may be submitted based on one of the four, following jurisdictions: large city (population of 1 million+), urban (500K – 1 million), tribal communities, and state-coordinated small cities and rural areas (Below 500K). Approximately 30-40 community awardees will be selected nationally. Funding awards, for both categories, will vary with size of the jurisdiction and the needs of communities, ranging from $10 million to $3 million. The following County Health Departments in Florida are eligible to apply as a large city or urban area: Brevard, Broward, Duval, Hillsborough, Lee, Miami-Dade, Orange, Palm Beach, Pinellas, Polk, and Volusia. As a result of these efforts, powerful models of success are expected to emerge that can be replicated in other states. Echoing Green Opens Application Period for Social Entrepreneur Fellowships Two-year grants of up to $90,000 will be awarded to individuals and partnerships working to find innovative, sustainable solutions to significant social problems. Kellogg Health Scholars Program Deadline: Dec 15 The Community Networks Program (CNP) is designed to address the cancer burden in racial/ethnic minorities and other underserved populations by using Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR). This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) solicits applications for CNP Centers that will utilize the CBPR approach to reduce specific cancer disparities through a combination of outreach, research and training. Florida Division American Cancer Society: Community Education Grant Program to Address Cancer Disparities Deadline: Dec 18 The Community Education Grant Program funds breast and/or colorectal cancer initiatives targeting African Americans or Hispanics. Organizations can apply for up to $30,000. Any Florida non-profit community based organization with a 501(c)3 status is eligible to apply for funding. For details on this new funding opportunity, please contact maria.cabrera@cancer.org or 813-349-4295. Samuel Harris Fund for Children's Dental Health Grants Grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded to organizations working to improve the oral health of children through prenatal and postnatal oral health instruction for mothers/caregivers. Health Impact Project
Continuing listings, in order of submission deadlines Deadline: Nov 15 Grants will be awarded in broad fields of education, health, human services, arts and culture, environment, economic and community development. Priority will be given to programs or projects that use community relationships as a key strategy for enhancing their reach, effectiveness, and results; build relationships, particularly among diverse ethnic and racial groups; reach and engage those whose needs are not being met adequately by existing community resources; pursue strategies that address new and emerging needs or approach existing ones more effectively; strengthen organizational capacity to improve results for communities and individuals they serve; build on strengths and assets of people and communities and engage them in problem solving; focus on the root causes of a problem; and leverage additional private or public resources, both financial and volunteer. For more information, contact 305-371-2711. Welcome Back Awards Program Seeks Nominations to Recognize Those Dedicated to the Depression Community The Welcome Back Awards, a program established by Eli Lilly and Company to recognize outstanding achievements in the fight against depression and the stigma often associated with the illness, is accepting nominations to honor those who work in the depression community. An independent panel of national mental health experts will select honorees in five categories: Lifetime Achievement, Destigmatization, Community Service, Primary Care and Psychiatry. Winners will share a total of $55,000, to be donated to the not-for-profit organizations of their choice. Each award recipient and one guest will receive complimentary airfare and accommodations to attend the ceremony in New Orleans, Louisiana, in May 2010.
Breast Cancer Screening and Treatment Project Funding for Medically Underserved Deadline: Nov 30 The South Florida Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® announces the availability of grant funds for fiscal year 04/01/2010 to 03/31/2011. Applications for breast cancer and breast health programs from nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies and educational institutions in Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties are eligible for funding. In addition to funding research, the Affiliate funds non-duplicative, community-based breast health education and breast cancer screening and treatment projects for the medically underserved in Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties. Contact 561-514-3020 ext. 14 or email: tina@komensouthflorida.org.
Frueauff Foundation
Department of Health and Human Services Understanding and Promoting Health Literacy (R21) Application Submission/Receipt Date(s): 25, 2010
Commonwealth Fund/Harvard University Fellowship in Minority Health Policy
Villers Fellowship for Health Care Justice Deadline: Jan 15 Villers Fellows will conduct research on a range of health care policy issues, and write and contribute to publications that are relevant to current health policy debates. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to health care justice work following their year as a fellow. Additionally, in order to encourage the development of future leaders, Villers Fellows must commit to mentoring at least one person over the course of their careers.
Wellstone Fellowship for Social Justice Deadline: Feb 5 This fellowship aims to advance social justice through health care advocacy by focusing particularly on the unique challenges facing communities of color. The ideal candidate must demonstrate an interest in health care policy and racial/ethnic health disparities. dditionally, we are looking for an individual who displays the potential to contribute to social justice work after their year of hands-on experience as a fellow.
Nominations Open for 2010 Purpose Prize Honoring Older Social Innovators
The Humana Foundation The Humana Foundation supports nonprofit organizations in communities where the company has facilities in states including Florida. The Foundation is committed to serving the needs of children, families, and seniors in their quest to build healthier lives and communities. Special consideration is given to proposals that focus on the following areas: health and fitness efforts that lead to better lifestyles; literacy activities that lead to improved health experiences; and the development of technology, tools, and resources that lead to healthy communities.
NIOSH Support for Conferences and Scientific Meetings
Innovating Worthy Projects Foundation Advancing technology to improve healthcare sevices: Verizon Foundation Applications accepted: Jan 1 through Nov 30
Cardinal Health Foundation: E3 Grant Program for Healthcare Improvement Projects Deadline: March 5 The Cardinal Health Foundation provides grants for programs that improve healthcare safety and quality, as well as programs that promote healthy and vibrant communities. The Foundation's E3 – Effectiveness, Efficiency and Excellence in Healthcare Grant Program supports initiatives by nonprofit hospitals, health systems, and clinics throughout the United States that impact the efficiency and quality of healthcare. For 2010, grants of up to $50,000 will be awarded for projects that address one of the following two areas: improving medication systems or operating room safety. Health website to review the grant guidelines and submit an online letter of intent. Planning Grant for Oral Health Promotion across the Life Span (R21) Community Participation Research Targeting the Medically Underserved (R01) Community Participation Research Targeting the Medically Underserved (R21)
Community Participation in Research (R01) The Effect of Racial and Ethnic Discrimination/Bias on Health Care Delivery (R01) The Effect of Racial and Ethnic Discrimination/Bias on Health Care Delivery (R21) The Effect of Racial and Ethnic Discrimination/Bias on Health Care Delivery (R03) Expiration Date: May 8, 2011 Grant applications are encouraged from institutions/ organizations that propose to: (1) improve the measurement of racial /ethnic discrimination in health care delivery systems through improved instrumentation, data collection, and statistical/analytical techniques; (2) to enhance understanding of the influence of racial/ethnic discrimination in health care delivery and its association with disparities in disease incidence, treatment, and outcomes among disadvantaged racial/ethnic minority groups; and (3) to reduce the prevalence of racial/ethnic health disparities through the development of interventions to reduce the influence of racial/ethnic discrimination on health care delivery systems in the United States.
Exploratory/Developmental Grants Program for Basic Cancer Research in Cancer Health Disparities
Translational Research for the Prevention and Control of Diabetes and Obesity
Research on Clinical Decision-Making in People with or at-Risk for Life-Threatening Illnesses
Community-Based Partnerships for Childhood Obesity Prevention and Control: Research to Inform Policy Cancer Surveillance Using Health Claims-based Data System
2009 Aetna Foundation Regional Community Investment Programs
Ben & Jerry’s Foundation
Nathan Cummings Foundation The Nathan Cummings Foundation is rooted in the Jewish tradition and committed to democratic values and social justice, including fairness, diversity, and community. The Foundation seeks to build a socially and economically just society that values nature and protects the ecological balance for future generations, promotes humane health care, and fosters arts and culture that enrich communities. An additional goal is to strengthen the capacity of the Jewish community to work for social and economic justice, both in the United States and Israel. Funding priority is given to projects that have an impact at the state, multi-state, or national level.
Kresge Foundation Grantmaking Programs in Health and Environment Deadline: Open Both the Health and Environment Programs address health and environment-related social issues, particularly those affecting minority, low-income, and other underserved communities. United Health Foundation - Health Services Programs Supported Nationwide United Health Foundation works to improve health outcomes for all Americans. Support is provided to nonprofit organizations that serve the health needs of people and communities throughout the US. The Foundation's priorities are: to enhance the quality of health and medical care services by providing reliable, scientifically-based information to support decisions made by health professionals, communities, and individuals; and to expand access to medical care and health-related services for individuals and families who live in challenging circumstances. Grants generally range from $1,000 to $50,000.
Educational Foundation of America Rolling Acceptance
Johnson Foundation: Wingspread Conferences Multiple deadlines Ladder to Leadership: Developing the Next Generation of Community Health Leaders Build-A-Bear Workshop Foundation Community Improvement Programs Provides support to nonprofit organizations that improve communities and positively impact lives. The grantmaking emphasis is on programs that help children and families, animals, or the environment. Average grant $2,500.
Donors Forum of South Florida on-line database Directory Of Health Policy Fellowships This Kaiser directory contains new listings for undergraduates, graduate students and professionals searching for summer, school-year, or post-doctoral positions. |
