CATALYST
Foundation announces new funding direction
for 2019 Direct Services Program
H
ealthcare Georgia Foundation will
announce the Notification of Funding
Availability (NOFA) for the 2019 Direct
Services Grant Program on June 25, 2019.
In accordance with the Foundation’s new Strategic
Plan which addresses achieving health equity for all, the Direct Services Grants Program will
focus on Preventing and Managing Chronic Diseases.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, chronic diseases are the leading
causes of death and disability in the United States and are also the leading driver of
healthcare costs. The 2019 Direct Services Grant Program will support programs that address
some of the most common and costly chronic diseases and underlying risk factors that have
proven, evidenced-based interventions. They include:
Asthma
Cardiovascular Disease
Heart Disease and Stroke
Diabetes
More details about the NOFA, including deadlines, eligibility, timelines, application materials,
and other requirements will be available on the Foundation’s website at healthcaregeorgia.org
on June 25, 2019.
MercyMed Columbus receives Foundation funding to
help vulnerable residents find a medical home
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