BHHS Legacy Foundation General Grant Program

Geographic Scope:

• Primary: Greater Phoenix, Arizona (Maricopa County)
• Secondary: Tri-State Region (Arizona, Nevada, California border area including Bullhead City, Laughlin, Needles)

Focus Areas: The Foundation supports projects, programs, and organizations in four key areas:

• Increasing access to healthcare - medical, mental, and dental health services for children, families, and older adults
• Improving community health - prevention and education programs
• Expanding Arizona's healthcare workforce - scholarships and training programs
• Strengthening the community - health-related community efforts

Funding History:

• Since 2001: Over $100 million invested in community health and quality of life improvements
• 2017: Over $4.3 million to 115+ organizations
• 2019 (Jan-June): Nearly $3 million to approximately 50 organizations
• 2020 (Jan-July): Over $3 million awarded during COVID-19 response

Types of Support:

• Project and program funding
• Emergency response grants (demonstrated during COVID-19 pandemic)
• Matching grants
• Equipment/infrastructure support
• Staff and operational cost support

Sample Funded Programs:

• Healthcare access expansion (dental care, neonatal care, pediatric services)
• Workforce development (nursing and medical allied health scholarships)
• Emergency services (homelessness, food security, medical PPE)
• Youth programs (backpack initiatives, school supplies)
• Community health initiatives

Geographic Service Area Details:

• Phoenix Office: 360 E. Coronado Road, Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85004
• Tri-State Region Office: 3400 Highway 95, Bldg. 1100, Bullhead City, AZ 86442
• Phone (Phoenix): 602-778-1200
• Phone (Tri-State): 928-758-7913

Eligibility:

• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
• Organizations serving underserved populations
• Programs aligned with Foundation's four focus areas

What They Fund:

• Healthcare improvement initiatives
• Education and workforce development
• Community support services
• Emergency response programs

What They Don't Fund: Not explicitly stated in provided materials

Additional Information:

• Foundation maintains physical spaces: Legacy Place and Legacy Place II in downtown Phoenix
• Legacy Place II houses collaborative nonprofit partners including Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels, Association of Arizona Food Banks, Brighter Way Institute, and Smiles Beyond the Bars
• Operates Backpack Buddies program providing school supplies and clothing to low-income children

Application Process

Detailed application procedures are referenced but not fully provided in the extracted content. The website indicates:

• Application Portal/Resources: Visit bhhslegacy.org/grant-information/ for "How to Apply" section
• Contact for Information:
  • Phoenix: 602-778-1200
  • Tri-State: 928-758-7913
  • Email: Check website for contact form

Application Materials Likely Required:

• Standard nonprofit grant application
• Organization background and mission information
• Project/program description
• Budget and financial information
• Organizational capacity documentation
• Letters of support (potentially)

Note: Complete application instructions, forms, and specific requirements should be obtained directly from the Foundation's website or by contacting the offices listed above.