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BHHS Legacy Foundation General Grant Program

Legacy Connection

Funding Amount

$2,500 - $250,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

BHHS Legacy Foundation General Grant Program

Funder: BHHS Legacy Foundation (Legacy Connection)

Status: Active funding program since 2001

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
  • Award Range: Grants typically range from $2,500 to $250,000

    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
  • How to Apply

    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.

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitshealthcarecommunity-healthhealth-educationmental-healthdental-healthworkforce-developmentyouth-programsfood-securityfoundation

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