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Are You Eligible To Receive the Community Collaboration for Health Equity Grant?

At Community Health Network we are deeply committed to enhancing health and well-being in the communities we serve—it’s our mission after all! We understand that we can’t accomplish this without partnering with mission-aligned community organizations who are working to address the needs of our neighbors.

About This Grant

The Community Collaboration for Health Equity Grant is a partnership and funding opportunity presented by Community Health Network. We are partnering with local, community-based organizations to improve the health outcomes and care equity in Central Indiana.

If your organization addresses one or more of these five significant health needs, you may be eligible to receive the grant.

1. Mental health and access to mental health services

The rise in depression and anxiety within the communities we serve continues to be a concern. The supply of mental health providers and services for low-income persons is particularly problematic. Partnering to improving access to mental health services across the communities we serve is a key area of focus.

2. Substance use disorders and overdose

We have seen a significant rise over the past five years in drug poisoning deaths. Access to prevention education as well as treatment services is vital to reversing the trends on substance use related deaths.

3. Obesity, physical inactivity and chronic disease

Obesity and its contributing factors (including physical inactivity and improper nutrition) and associated chronic diseases, such as diabetes and hypertension, are significant concerns for the communities we serve. Across Indiana, mortality and incidence rates for diabetes have been significantly higher for Black populations. Providing access to prevention and disease management education in the community is key to turning the tide on the rising rates of chronic disease.

4. Maternal, infant and child health

Maternal and infant health indicators such as maternal mortality, access to prenatal care, infant mortality, preterm birth, low birthweight and breastfeeding rates continue to be a concern in the communities we serve. These indicators are even more problematic for Black and Hispanic populations. Partnering with local community-based organizations who are also working to reduce racial and ethnic disparities for birth outcomes is key to ensuring equitable access to care for moms and babies.

5. Social determinants of health

Social determinants of health (SDOH) are the conditions in places where people live, learn, work and play that affect a wide range of health and quality-of-life outcomes and risks. Addressing needs like housing, food insecurity and transportation can improve the quality of life and health outcomes for the communities we serve.

Location Requirement

To apply, applicants must also be located in one of the following service area zip codes:

  • Madison County: 46001, 46011, 46012, 46013, 46016, 46017, 46036, 46044, 46048, 46051, 46056, 46063, 46064, 46070
  • Marion County: 46107, 46201, 46203, 46216, 46217, 46218, 46219, 46221, 46225, 46226, 46227, 46229, 46235, 46236, 46237, 46239, 46250, 46256
  • Johnson County: 46106, 46131, 46142, 46143, 46184
  • Hamilton County: 46037, 46038, 46060
  • Howard County: 46901, 46902, 46936, 46937, 46965, 46979

Apply Today

The application period is currently open and will close at 4 p.m., EST on May 1, 2024.

More eligibility information, resources and the application materials can be found on our Community Collaboration for Health Equity Grant page.