Over the past seven years, a number of philanthropic foundations were created in California as a result of conversions or sales of not-for-profit organizations to investor-owned (for-profit) control. These organizations vary in size and geographic scope, however, typically their missions are similar in that they define “health” broadly, and seek to assist communities in addressing priority needs and improving overall health.
Given the potential funding for a wide array of community-based activities, it is important to examine key characteristics of these organizations and challenges they face in allocating resources. This discussion will highlight 1) lessons learned in establishing/operating a health care- related foundation, 2) funding and evaluating community-based projects, 3) key criteria used to evaluate proposals, 4) strategic partners in communities (e.g., not-for-profit/community benefit hospitals and local public health departments), and 5) challenges in measuring project outcomes.
Learning Objectives: 1. List the major foundations created in California since 1994 as a result of conversions of not-for-profit organizations. 2. Describe key lessons learned in the grant proposal and funding processes. 3. Describe the challenges in measuring the outcomes of funded projects.
Keywords: Community Benefits, Hospitals
Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.