Impact Health is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Asheville, North Carolina, founded in 2019 as a dynamic start-up entity created by Dogwood Health Trust. The organization serves as the network lead for Western North Carolina's participation in the State of North Carolina's Healthy Opportunities Pilot Program (HOP) for Medicaid, one of the state's three pilot regions.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$10.2M
-2.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$9.7M
+20.0% YoY
Grant Count
75
+44.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$129K
-16.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Impact Health's mission is to lead Western North Carolina's participation in the State of North Carolina's Healthy Opportunities Pilot Program for Medicaid, with a broader goal of improving social determinants of health.
The organization's work is grounded in research showing that meeting basic needs determines up to 80 percent of a person's health. Impact Health addresses critical social needs within medical care by connecting patients to community resources that provide:
- Nutritious food
- Stable housing
- Reliable transportation
- Healthy relationships and interpersonal safety
This whole-person approach extends beyond the exam room to break generational cycles of poverty and disease. The organization also strengthens Western North Carolina's safety net by investing in local nonprofits through capacity-building funding, administrative support, and training.
Grantmaking
Impact Health makes grants primarily to human service organizations within its network. Recent grant activity includes:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Impact Health operates exclusively in Western North Carolina, serving as the network lead for the region's participation in the Healthy Opportunities Pilot Program. The organization's headquarters is located at 866 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total assets: $10,208,472
- Total revenues: $15,477,618
- Total expenses: $16,372,987
- Total giving: $9,683,125
Staffing:
- 15–20 employees (sources vary slightly)
Rating: Impact Health holds a Four-Star rating with a 100% score based on Accountability & Finance metrics.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $10,208,472 | $10,426,902 | $7,905,325 |
| Revenue | $15,477,618 | $14,228,239 | $9,936,010 |
| Expenses | $16,372,987 | $11,093,916 | $9,275,135 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $91,344 | — | — |
| 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
150 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Burke United Christian Ministries ($536,192), Bounty & Soul ($425,286), Five Point Center Inc ($339,939).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ABC PEDIATRICS OF ASHEVILLE PA ASHEVILLE, NC | HOP CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS | $18,270 |
| APPALACHIAN SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE PROJECT ASHEVILLE, NC | HOP CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS | $63,333 |
| ASHEVILLE BUNCOMBE COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN MINISTRY INC ASHEVILLE, NC | HOP CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS | $191,001 |
| ASHEVILLE BUNCOMBE INSTITUTE OF PARITY ACHIEVEMENT ASHEVILLE, NC | HOP CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS | $266,452 |
| ASHEVILLE PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES PA ASHEVILLE, NC | HOP CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS | $21,244 |
| BEACON OF HOPE SERVICES MARSHALL, NC | HOP CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS | $215,721 |
| BIG IVY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CLUB BARNARDSVILLE, NC | HOP CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS | $122,572 |
| BLUE RIDGE WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE BOONE, NC | HOP CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS | $93,160 |
| BOUNTY & SOUL BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC | HOP CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS | $425,286 |
| BURKE UNITED CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES MORGANTON, NC | HOP CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS | $536,192 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Laurie Stradley – Chief Executive Officer
- Jean Veilleux – Chief Legal Officer
- Gwen McKinney – Chief Compliance Officer
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUSAN MIMS | BOARD CHAIR | 5 | — |
| GREG BYERS | DIRECTOR TERM END (DEC 2024) | 5 | — |
| ALEX HOWARD | DIRECTOR TERM END (NOV 2024) | 5 | — |
| PAULA SWEPSON-AVERY | DIRECTOR | 1 | $1,000 |
| STEVE NORTH | VICE-CHAIR | 1 | — |
| JOHNNA REED | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| ANGELICA WIND | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| KATHEY AVERY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| VICKIE BRADLEY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MARGARITA RAMIREZ | DIRECTOR TERM END (JUNE 2024) | 1 | — |
| ANDREW ZUCCHINO | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LAURIE STRADLEY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $215,016 |
| DIONNE GREENLEE-JONES | SR. DIR. INNOV. & EQUITY DEV. | 40 | $148,468 |
| HANNAH ERICKSON | DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS | 40 | $138,644 |
| AMANDA BAUMAN | DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS | 40 | $114,537 |
| JENNIFER CALDWELL | DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS | 40 | $115,320 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Impact Health has been active in grant distribution and community support:
IMPACTT-NC Receives $530K Grant from NCDHHS and The Duke Endowment - UNCThe organization awarded $400,000 in grants to network organizations
Direct Relief's Fund for Health Equity Reaches Organizations in All ...Impact Health assisted in the distribution of grant money from Dogwood Health Trust to health service organizations following Hurricane Helene
IMPACTT-NC Receives $530K Grant from NCDHHS and The Duke Endowment - UNC**Program Impact:**
Early findings from the Healthy Opportunities Pilot show measurable results: North Carolina saves an average of $1,000 in yearly medical costs for each participant. Those who receive pilot services have fewer costly emergency department and hospital visits, demonstrating the effectiveness of addressing social determinants of health within the Medicaid system.
The Foundation for a Healthy High Point Announces New Grant ...Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Impact Health fund?
Impact Health's mission is to lead Western North Carolina's participation in the State of North Carolina's Healthy Opportunities Pilot Program for Medicaid, with a broader goal of improving social determinants of health. The organization's work is grounded in research showing that meeting basic needs determines up to 80 percent of a person's health. Impact Health addresses critical social needs within medical care by connecting patients to community resources that provide: • Nutritious food • S…
How do I apply for a grant from Impact Health?
Impact Health makes grants primarily to human service organizations within its network. Recent grant activity includes: **Grant Distribution (2024):** • Burke United Christian Ministries: $536,192 (HOP Capacity Building Funds) • Bounty & Soul: $425,286 (HOP Capacity Building Funds) • Five Point Center: $339,939 (HOP Capacity Building Funds) • Additional 60+ grants totaling $8,680,988 **Financial Overview:** • Total giving: $9,683,125 • Typical award range: $10,000–$734,961 • Total grants made i…
Where does Impact Health make grants?
Impact Health operates exclusively in Western North Carolina, serving as the network lead for the region's participation in the Healthy Opportunities Pilot Program. The organization's headquarters is located at 866 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803.
What size grants does Impact Health award?
In 2024, Impact Health awarded 75 grants totaling $9.7M — an average of about $129K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Impact Health's EIN?
Impact Health's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-3954696. 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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