Mercy C.A.R.E.S. Grant

Geographic Scope: Statewide Arizona

Focus Areas:

• Mental health and well-being
• Housing security
• Recovery from substance use
• Management of chronic conditions
• Removing pet-related barriers to healthcare and mental health services
• Eviction prevention
• Safe shelter and housing access
• Pet food and supplies

Award Criteria:
Each year, Mercy C.A.R.E.S. awards grants to projects that demonstrate positive impacts to the community and align with one or more of Mercy Care's community health focus areas.

Program Purpose:
Grant funds support Mercy Care's Medicaid members in:

• Removing pet-related barriers to healthcare
• Accessing mental health services
• Accessing substance use and diversion programs
• Securing safe shelter and housing
• Preventing eviction
• Accessing pet food and supplies

Statewide Expansion:
Funds help sustain statewide expansion which began in 2023.

Health Equity Focus:
Mercy C.A.R.E.S. partners with organizations that advance health equity and further the vision that everyone, particularly those underserved with complex health needs, deserves to live a healthier life and achieve their full potential.

Integration with Healthcare System:
Integrating into the Medicaid delivery system connects low-income and vulnerable individuals with essential services for themselves and their pets.

Contact Information:

• The Arizona Pet Project
• Phone: (602) 882-8627
• Email: info@azpetproject.org
• Address: 3905 N 7th Avenue #7611, Phoenix, AZ 85011