2025 Better Together Community Benefit Grant
Request for Proposals
The Renown Health Community Health Needs Assessment ( CHNA ) marks a critical step in developing a healthcare model tailored to the diverse needs of Washoe County and the communities we serve . It reflects our commitment to breaking down barriers and building a resilient , equitable healthy community . Our approach to healthcare planning extends beyond traditional methods , acknowledging the complex interplay of factors , including social determinants of health . We are dedicated to advancing health equity by ensuring equal opportunities for all individuals , regardless of their background , to lead healthy lives . Over the next three years , we will collaborate with community partners to implement a Community Health Improvement Plan ( CHIP ), addressing the priorities identified in the CHNA and ensuring measurable progress in advancing community well-being .
Overview of Grant Opportunity Renown Health ’ s Community Benefit Program gives an opportunity for local organizations to collaborate in addressing the region ' s most pressing health challenges . Guided by Renown ' s mission , this program focuses on supporting initiatives that align with key health priorities identified through the CHNA . By providing Better Together Community Benefit Grants , Renown aims to strengthen partnerships and create measurable , sustainable improvements in community health . Better Together Community Benefits Grants are not Community Event Sponsorships , Corporate Marketing Sponsorships , or Partnership for Progress Grants .
Eligible Organizations Applicants must hold a current 501 ( c )( 3 ) designation and demonstrate alignment with Renown Health ’ s new mission vision or values . Funding may be allocated to public agencies , including health departments , school districts , or other government entities . Other organizations and individuals are not eligible .
Grant Awards Grantees will be awarded funding up to $ 10,000 for 2025 , determined by their alignment with priority populations , the scope of their work , and the strength of their project plan . We will not consider more than one application per year from any single non-profit organization . Additional information found below under “ Assessment Criteria ”.
Application Process Interested organizations are encouraged to file an online application via : https :// www . grantinterface . com / Process / Apply ? urlkey = renown no later than Friday , February 14 th at 5:00pm PST .
Application Timeline Request for Proposals and Application Released Wednesday , January 15 th 2025 Virtual CHNA & Better Together Grant Overview with Q & A Wednesday , January 29 th 9-10am PST Session
Microsoft Teams Meeting Dial in by phone : 775-325-5409 Phone conference ID : 738 314 730 #
Final Deadline for application submission
Friday , February 14 th at 5:00pm PST Finalists announced , virtual interviews scheduled on or before Monday , March 10 th 2025
For additional information , please contact : Kerry Kelly Community Health Program Manager , Renown Health kerry . kelly @ renown . org
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