Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling (quarterly review)

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since
April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

Sponsorship Request Program

Mission: To improve health and promote well-being of all people in Central Appalachia in partnership with communities. ARH is committed to supporting positive community initiatives, organizations, and programs that improve the lives of all citizens served.

Program Overview

ARH receives many requests for financial sponsorships. While supportive of all approaches that encourage positive community improvements, they are limited in providing financial support and must prioritize applications as submitted.

What ARH Supports

  • Health and wellness initiatives
  • Programs serving the poor and disenfranchised
  • Educational programs
  • Community-based nonprofits

What ARH Does NOT Fund or Sponsor

  • Requests from individuals or for-profits
  • Programs or organizations inconsistent with core values
  • Out of area organizations
  • Political action committees or political campaigns

Application Timeline

  • Submission Requirement: All applications must be submitted online at least two months prior to the date funding is needed
  • Emergent Needs: Can be submitted in less time
  • Notification Process: Every applicant receives email notification of completed submission
  • Review: ARH reviews each application and may request additional information
  • Award Notification: Applicants receive email notification of outcome
  • Payment: Successful applications receive check via US Mail 3-4 weeks after approval

Important Notes

  • Applications that align with ARH's mission to help provide access to care or promote health and wellness in served communities will be given greater consideration
  • If sponsorship includes advertisement opportunities, artwork, or logo placements, ARH must have final approval before printing or purchase

How to Apply

How to Apply for Sponsorship

  1. Complete Online Form: Submit the Sponsorship Application Form online
  2. Attach Documentation: Include flyer, brochure, or request letter on organization letterhead
  3. Timeline: Submit at least two months prior to the date funding is needed
  4. Emergency Requests: May be submitted with less notice for emergent needs
  5. Confirmation: Every applicant receives email notification of completed submission
  6. Review Process: ARH reviews each application; applicants may be asked for additional information
  7. Outcome Notification: Applicants receive email notification of decision
  8. Payment: Approved applications receive check via US Mail 3-4 weeks after approval

Required Application Materials

  • Completed online Sponsorship Application Form
  • Flyer, brochure, or request letter on organization letterhead

Important Requirements

  • All requests must be made at least two months prior to date needed
  • If sponsorship includes advertisement opportunities, artwork, or logo placements, ARH must have final approval before printing or purchase

Key Consideration

Applications that align with ARH's mission to help provide access to care or promote health and wellness in served communities receive greater consideration.

What The ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
15
Total given
$325K
Median grant
$10K
Range
$7,500–$154K
  • By dollars: Kentucky 98%, Texas 2%. Top recipient cities: Lexington, KY; Hazard, KY; Georgetown, KY.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • Appalachian Regional Healthcare Inc · Lexington, KY

    Program support

    $154K

  • God's Pantry Food Bank · Lexington, KY

    Program support

    $38K

  • Betty's Brave & Beautiful Hearts Foundation · Georgetown, KY

    Program support

    $17K

  • Coap Inc · Harlan, KY

    Program support

    $13K

  • Floyd Co Board of Education · Eastern, KY

    Program support

    $10K

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Community health
  • Human services
  • Education

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