The Owensboro Health Community Health Investments Mini-Grant Program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, and public institutions that are working to address key community health concerns and social determinants of health in the Owensboro Health service area. The program aims to support initiatives that align with local community health needs assessments and improvement plans. This funding is intended to enhance community health projects and programs rather than fundraising events.

The mini-grant program operates on a quarterly basis with four distinct application windows throughout the year. The first quarter opens June 1 and closes August 1, with decisions finalized by the end of August. The second quarter runs from September 1 to November 1, the third quarter from December 1 to February 1, and the fourth quarter from March 1 to May 1. Each application cycle concludes at the end of its respective quarter, ensuring a continuous and timely review of funding requests.

Applicants must demonstrate their commitment to health improvement by maintaining and implementing a 100 percent tobacco-free policy. This requirement aligns with Owensboro Health’s broader mission to address significant health challenges in the region, particularly those linked to tobacco use. Organizations that do not have a tobacco-free policy are not eligible for funding.

Mini-grants differ from sponsorships, which are handled separately by Owensboro Health’s Marketing Department. Organizations seeking support for fundraising events should apply for sponsorship rather than a mini-grant. The sponsorship request process is managed through an online request form, and questions regarding sponsorship can be directed to Cherita Flener.

For questions related to mini-grants, applicants may contact Nicole Leach at Nicole.Leach@owensborohealth.org or call 270-688-1346. The mini-grant program provides an opportunity for eligible organizations to secure funding for community health projects that make a meaningful impact in the Owensboro Health service area.