John C. Johnson Food Security Programs
Funding Amount
Up to $10,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
John C. Johnson Food Security Programs
Funder: Holy Cross Hospital, Inc. (HCH)
Overview: Holy Cross Hospital awards grants annually in honor of former hospital Chief Executive Officer and President Emeritus, John C. Johnson and his passion for ensuring access to sufficient food and addressing food insecurity.
- Food security initiatives
- Hunger relief programs
- Food assistance for vulnerable populations
Focus Areas
- Broward County, Florida
Geographic Scope
- 501(c)(3) community-based organizations
- Located in Broward County
- Must comply with Holy Cross Hospital's non-discrimination policies (race, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity)
Eligibility
- Maximum Award: $10,000 per grant
- Historical Pattern: Typically 2-5 awards made annually (though reduced during COVID-19)
- Grant Period: Typically November 1 – October 31 (annual cycle)
Award Information
- Applications reviewed by a Food Security Program Advisory Review Committee
- Committee includes representatives from multiple hospital departments and a representative from the J. Johnson Family
- Finalists may be contacted for Zoom interviews
Review Process
- Contact Person: Kim Saiswick, Vice President Community Health & Well-Being
- Email: kim.saiswick@holy-cross.com
- Phone: (954) 542-1656
Contact Information
How to Apply
How to Apply
1. Download the RFP: Obtain the Request for Proposals document (RFP# fy2021-07 or current year equivalent) from Holy Cross Hospital
2. Prepare Proposal: Submit a complete proposal addressing the RFP requirements
3. Submit Application: Email proposal to:
- Attn: Kim Saiswick
- Email: kim.saiswick@holy-cross.com
4. Deadline: Typically in mid-September (check current year RFP for exact date)
- Late proposals will not be accepted
- Submit by 1:00 PM on deadline date
5. Review Period: Applications reviewed during late September
- Finalists notified by late September for potential Zoom interviews with Review Committee
6. Award Announcement: Typically announced in mid-October
- Complete RFP application form
- Organization's 501(c)(3) documentation
- Proposal addressing food security initiatives in Broward County
- Evidence of compliance with non-discrimination policies
Required Materials
- Submissions must be via email
- RFP document contains specific narrative requirements and evaluation criteria
- Organizations should align proposals with John C. Johnson's legacy of food security and compassion
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