Greater Columbia Accountable Community
Greater Columbia Accountable Community of Health (also operating as Greater Health Now) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Kennewick, Washington. Designated as an Accountable Community of Health (ACH) by Washington State's Health Care Authority, the organization functions as a regional convener and coordinator working to improve health outcomes and transform healthcare delivery across its service region.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$70.9M
+47.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.6M
+22.2% YoY
Grant Count
34
+13.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$106K
+7.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To advance the health of the population by decreasing health disparities, improving efficiency of health care delivery, and empowering individuals and communities through collaboration, innovation, and community engagement.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Health care delivery transformation
- Medicaid demonstration projects
- Health-related social needs
- Preventative care strategies
- Community health and wellness initiatives
Grantmaking
Greater Columbia Accountable Community functions as both a grantmaker and grant recipient.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Greater Health Now serves a nine-county region in Washington State: Asotin, Benton, Columbia, Franklin, Garfield, Kittitas, Walla Walla, Whitman, and Yakima Counties, plus the Yakama Nation. The organization is Washington State's largest geographical ACH.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $48,072,296
- Total Revenue: $12,635,268
- Total Expenses: $4,953,789
- Staff: 22 employees
As of 2024 (alternative source):
- Total Assets: $70,929,688
Note: An independent audit for fiscal year ending December 2023 identified a material weakness in internal controls related to internal financial or governance controls.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $70,929,688 | $48,072,296 | $40,149,852 |
| Revenue | $30,540,902 | $12,635,268 | $14,071,032 |
| Expenses | $7,698,584 | $4,953,789 | $6,172,373 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $2,356,963 | $970,068 | $122,089 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
214 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Kittitas County Health Network ($359,868), Southeast Washington Alliance for Health ($342,146), Benton Franklin Health District ($276,021).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BENTON COUNTY FIRE PROTECTIONS DISTRICT #4 RICHLAND, WA | COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE SUPPORT | $100,000 |
| CITY OF CLARKSTON CLARKSTON, WA | COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE SUPPORT | $100,000 |
| COLUMBIA COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT #3 DAYTON, WA | COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE SUPPORT | $12,500 |
| SOUTHEAST WASHINGTON ALLIANCE FOR HEALTH DAYTON, WA | COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE SUPPORT | $342,146 |
| YAKIMA NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH SERVICES YAKIMA, WA | COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE SUPPORT | $178,240 |
| COMMUNITY HEALTH OF CENTRAL WASHINGTON YAKIMA, WA | COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE SUPPORT | $214,637 |
| CITY OF KENNEWICK KENNEWICK, WA | COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE SUPPORT | $25,000 |
| KITTITAS COUNTY HEALTH NETWORK ELLENSBURG, WA | COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE SUPPORT | $359,868 |
| GARFIELD COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT #1 POMEROY, WA | COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE SUPPORT | $127,216 |
| KITTITAS COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT 6 RONALD, WA | COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE SUPPORT | $174,943 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRIAN GIBBONS | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| LESLIE STAHLNECKER | VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| JULIE PETERSEN | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| MADELYN CARLSON | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| RHONDA HAUFF | PAST PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| LOANN AYERS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RONNIE BATCHELOR | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAN FERGUSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SUSAN GRINDLE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MARTHA LANMAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LADON LINDE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KATHERINE SALUSKIN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SANDRA SUAREZ | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL VAN BEEK | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SHARON BROWN | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $217,720 |
| HAYDEE HILL | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 40 | $227,501 |
| REBECCA BETTS | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 40 | $183,148 |
| AMBER K HENDERSON | CHIEF EXCELLENCE OFFICER | 40 | $174,753 |
| JANICE L WARREN | FISCAL MANAGER | 40 | $108,391 |
| JULIE A SANDIDGE | SENIOR DIRECTOR OF TRANSFORMATIONAL HEALTH AND INT | 40 | $102,865 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Greater Columbia Accountable Community fund?
**Mission:** To advance the health of the population by decreasing health disparities, improving efficiency of health care delivery, and empowering individuals and communities through collaboration, innovation, and community engagement. **Primary Focus Areas:** • Health care delivery transformation • Medicaid demonstration projects • Health-related social needs • Preventative care strategies • Community health and wellness initiatives
How do I apply for a grant from Greater Columbia Accountable Community?
Greater Columbia Accountable Community functions as both a grantmaker and grant recipient. **Grant Activity:** • Total giving: $3,767,277 (based on most recent IRS 990 filing) • Typical award range: $7,397–$359,868 • Focus areas: Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services **Recent Grants:** • Grace Clinic received $56,000 for Community Healthcare Support (2023)
Where does Greater Columbia Accountable Community make grants?
Greater Health Now serves a nine-county region in Washington State: Asotin, Benton, Columbia, Franklin, Garfield, Kittitas, Walla Walla, Whitman, and Yakima Counties, plus the Yakama Nation. The organization is Washington State's largest geographical ACH.
What size grants does Greater Columbia Accountable Community award?
In 2024, Greater Columbia Accountable Community awarded 34 grants totaling $3.6M — an average of about $106K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Greater Columbia Accountable Community's EIN?
Greater Columbia Accountable Community's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-2995297. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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