Partnership for Better Health is a community foundation headquartered in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Established in June 2001, the organization was created from the proceeds of the sale of assets of Carlisle Hospital and Health Services, Inc. to Health Management Associates, along with transfers of income from related endowments and trusts. The foundation works collaboratively with key stakeholders to positively influence the health and well-being of residents across its service region.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$107.8M
+8.4% YoY
Revenue
$5.8M
-11.3% YoY
Net Investment Income
$3.4M
-30.6% YoY
Expenses
$4.1M
+10.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: The Partnership for Better Health champions and invests in ideas, initiatives, and collaborations to advance equity and improve the health of the people and communities in the region.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Health equity and elimination of health disparities
- Social determinants of health
- Obesity prevention and prevention of major chronic diseases (cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, asthma, and arthritis)
- Nutrition and physical activity promotion
- Affordable housing
- Access to quality healthcare
- Community health systems
Grant Categories (2023-24 Strategic Plan):
- General operating grants for organizations leading in equity work
- Project grants to address root issues
- Spark grants (formerly mini-grants)
Grantmaking
The foundation invests more than $2 million annually in grants and initiatives. Recent grantmaking activity includes:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation serves parts of Cumberland, Perry, Adams, and Franklin Counties in Pennsylvania, with particular focus on the Carlisle and Shippensburg areas.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2024 Financial Data:
- Total Revenue: $6,556,664
- Total Expenses: $3,724,661
- Total Assets: $99,366,496
- Total Liabilities: $1,440,000
Staffing: The organization employs 4 people as of the most recent reporting period.
Tax Status: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; tax-exempt since July 2002. EIN: 23-1352161.
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $107,751,581 | $99,366,496 | $91,499,514 |
| Revenue | $5,818,512 | $6,556,664 | $3,739,001 |
| Expenses | $4,110,896 | $3,724,661 | $3,418,028 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $3,395,412 | $4,893,283 | $1,500,610 |
| 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 0 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
166 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
5 open opportunities from Partnership for Better Health
Foundation Initiatives - Housing/Homelessness, Food Systems, Home Health Care, Wellness@Work, Perry County Health Coalition
PARTNERSHIP FOR BETTER HEALTH
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
General Operating Support Grants
PARTNERSHIP FOR BETTER HEALTH
Amount
$10,000 - $50,000/year
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Health Justice Initiative Grants
PARTNERSHIP FOR BETTER HEALTH
Amount
$25,000 - $50,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for 2025.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Carol Thornton – Executive Director
- Ann Carney – Finance Director (joined October 2025)
- Antonia Price – Director of Communications and Development
- Becca Raley – Contact person
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRISH NIEMITZ RN | CHAIRPERSON | 3 | — |
| RODERICK FRAZIER DDS | VICE CHAIR | 3 | — |
| MARISOL BARBER | TREASURER | 3 | — |
| GAIL WENK DU PONT | SECRETARY | 3 | — |
| JOYCE BYLANDER | 5TH MEMBER EXE. COMMITTEE | 3 | — |
| KATIE CRANE | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| BRADLEY GRIFFIE ESQ | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| SHERRY KNOWLTON | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| MICHAEL LYMAN PHD | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| LAURA MEGIVERN | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| REV REBECCA MYERS MSW | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| LAKSHMI POLAVARAPU MD | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| MARK PRICE PHD | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| REBECCA H RALEY MA | EXEC. DIRECTOR (UNTIL 1/14/24) | 45 | $26,942 |
| CAROL THORNTON MPA | EXEC. DIRECTOR (BEG. 1/14/24) | 45 | $111,072 |
| ANN CARNEY | FINANCE DIRECTOR | 30 | $70,147 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Partnership for Better Health launched its 11th annual Match Madness campaign in March 2025. The 2025 campaign celebrated its tenth anniversary milestone and demonstrated strong community engagement, with participating nonprofits providing housing, food, and other resources addressing social determinants of health. The organization released a list of 2024-2025 grantees and continues to accept proposals for responsive grants.
Partnership for Better HealthSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Partnership for Better Health fund?
**Mission:** The Partnership for Better Health champions and invests in ideas, initiatives, and collaborations to advance equity and improve the health of the people and communities in the region. **Primary Focus Areas:** • Health equity and elimination of health disparities • Social determinants of health • Obesity prevention and prevention of major chronic diseases (cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, asthma, and arthritis) • Nutrition and physical activity promotion • Affordable housing
How do I apply for a grant from Partnership for Better Health?
The foundation invests more than $2 million annually in grants and initiatives. Recent grantmaking activity includes: **Match Madness Campaign:** The organization's annual fundraising initiative provides matching funds to participating nonprofits. In the 2025 campaign (March), 55 nonprofits participated, with the Partnership providing $150,000 in matching funds. Community donors contributed $1,024,053, resulting in a total campaign impact of $1,174,053. **Grant Approach:** The foundation has tr…
Where does Partnership for Better Health make grants?
The foundation serves parts of Cumberland, Perry, Adams, and Franklin Counties in Pennsylvania, with particular focus on the Carlisle and Shippensburg areas.
What is Partnership for Better Health's EIN?
Partnership for Better Health's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-1352161. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
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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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