Lancaster Osteopathic Health Foundation Community Grants Program

Q: How much funding does Lancaster Osteopathic Health Foundation Community Grants Program provide?

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Q: When is the deadline for Lancaster Osteopathic Health Foundation Community Grants Program?

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Lancaster Osteopathic Health Foundation (LOHF) Community Grants Program

Funder: Lancaster Osteopathic Health Foundation, operating under Touchstone Foundation

Program Status: Launched 2015; based on results of "Lancaster County Youth Behavioral and Mental Health Needs Assessment"

Geographic Scope: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

Vision: All children and youth in Lancaster County experience mental well-being

Mission: Advance mental wellness of children and youth in Lancaster County by facilitating access, education, and coordination of resources

Funding Available:

2015: $279,000 total funds available

Fall 2015 funding: Available January 1, 2016 – December 31, 2016

Spring 2016 funding: Available July 1, 2016 – July 30, 2017

Fall 2016: Additional $41,070 in grant funds available

Target Population:

Children and young adults (0-25) with mental/behavioral health issues

Their parents/caregivers

Teachers and healthcare providers (physicians, nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers)

Funding Priorities & Impact Areas:

Impact Area 1: Care Coordination

Increase access to mental/behavioral health services
Seamless transition of services for young adults
Coordinate resources to support families in navigating and accessing care

Impact Area 2: Parent/Caregiver Education

Increase competency in addressing children's mental/behavioral needs
Increase understanding and confidence in parents using strength-based techniques
Decrease need for care coordination

Impact Area 3: Access to Providers

Reduce wait times for behavioral healthcare
Increase number of children who have and utilize health insurance
Encourage well-child visits and preventative care
Expand number and frequency of behavioral/mental health screenings in primary care

What LOHF Will Provide:

Research to support initiatives

Grantmaking guidelines

Clearly defined and communicated grant funding process

Advocacy

Organizational Values:

Honor osteopathic legacy while advancing entire medical professional community

Prioritize investment in improving health outcomes for most vulnerable populations (lacking access due to income, ability to navigate systems, mobility, or proximity)

Focus on care coordination within children's behavioral healthcare

Leverage financial resources through partnerships

Work collaboratively

Actively participate in advocacy

Include diverse stakeholders in planning and design

Evaluate and improve for continuous learning

Contact Information:

Email: info@lohfoundation.org

Phone: 717-397-8722

Website: lohf.org/grants

Address: 128 East Grant Street Suite 104, Lancaster, PA 17602-2854

How to Apply

Grant Application Process

Two-Cycle Funding System:

#### Fall Cycle (Calendar Year Funding)

Information Session: Friday, June 19, 8:00 a.m., Cap and Cork Restaurant

Letters of Intent/Inquiry Period: Now through July 15, 2015

Full Grant Applications Due: September 1, 2015

Funding Available: January 1, 2016 – December 31, 2016

#### Spring Cycle (Fiscal Year Funding)

Information Session: Announced at later date

Letters of Intent/Inquiry Period: July 16, 2015 – January 15, 2016

Full Grant Applications Due: March 1, 2016

Funding Available: July 1, 2016 – July 30, 2017

Application Steps:
1. Submit Letter of Intent/Inquiry online during designated period
2. If invited to proceed, submit complete grant application
3. Application must address one or more of three impact areas (Care Coordination, Parent/Caregiver Education, or Access to Providers)

Required Elements:

Demonstrate how program aligns with LOHF impact areas

Show partnership commitment to collaboration

Evidence of innovation and creativity

Plan for evaluation and continuous improvement

Submission Method:

Online application portal

Full guidelines available at lohf.org/grants

Pre-Application Support:

LOHF staff available to discuss programs before application

Encouraged to contact staff with questions

Timeline:
Applications due September 1, 2015 for Fall 2015 cycle
Applications due March 1, 2016 for Spring 2016 cycle