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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 18 HEALTHCARE GEORGIA FOUNDATION