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Grantmakers In Health
Philanthropy
Washington, DC 7,839 followers
Better health for all through better philanthropy.
About us
Grantmakers In Health (GIH) is dedicated to helping philanthropic organizations and advisors improve the health of all people. GIH works with hundreds of organizations across size and geographic focus to support organizations in building knowledge and skills, strengthening organizational effectiveness, and connecting grantmakers with peers and potential partners. Visit our website for more information.
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http://www.gih.org
External link for Grantmakers In Health
- Industry
- Philanthropy
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1982
- Specialties
- Health Philanthropy, Access to Quality Health Care, Equity, Foundation Strategy & Operations, Health Across the Life Course, and Prevention & Wellness
Locations
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1100 Connecticut Avenue NW
Suite 1100
Washington, DC 20036, US
Employees at Grantmakers In Health
Updates
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The Connecticut Health Foundation commissioned TCC Group to create a new report on how to support and build relationships with Grassroots Advocacy Organizations. Read “Investing in Grassroots Advocacy: A Funder’s Guide” here:
Investing in Grassroots Advocacy: A Funder's Guide - TCC Group
https://www.tccgrp.com
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Grantmakers In Health President and CEO Cara James and Grantmakers In Aging (GIA) Chief Executive Officer Lindsay Goldman cowrote a commentary on the need to renew and modernize the Older Americans Act for The Well News. "We have known for years that the Older Americans Act and programs such as Medicare and Medicaid struggle to meet the needs of older Americans in their most vulnerable moments ... The Older Americans Act is about to turn 60. Instead of just reauthorizing it, what if we modernize it to meet the needs of older Americans today?”
The Older Americans Act Is Not Keeping Pace With Today’s Older Adults
https://www.thewellnews.com
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The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation provided a three-year grant to the Detroit Family Caregivers’ Project, which aims to create caregiving ministries in local Black churches.
American Black Journal: Detroit Family Caregivers’ Project creates caregiving ministries in local Black churches - BridgeDetroit
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The Health Foundation of South Florida, a GIH Funding Partner, provided funding for the Jackson Doula Pilot Project to help train and incorporate doulas into obstetric care teams at a hospital in Miami-Dade.
Are midwives and doulas the answer to keeping more Black babies alive?
https://www.sun-sentinel.com
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GIH Funding Partner Direct Relief announced a $3 million grant to strengthen Jamaica’s health care system and enhance emergency preparedness through the installation of a solar energy system at a pharmaceutical distribution facility.
Direct Relief Announces $3 Million Grant to Jamaica, Renewed Partnership as Hurricane Season Approaches
https://www.directrelief.org
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GIH Funding Partner The Helmsley Charitable Trust recently awarded $12 million to Billings Clinic in Montana to enhance trauma and complex hospital care.
Helmsley Charitable Trust Grants $12M to Enhance Trauma and Complex Care at Billings Clinic - Helmsley Charitable Trust
helmsleytrust.org
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The Black Health Equity Coalition of Frederick (Maryland) received $128,000 from GIH Funding Partner CDC Foundation, along with grants from the Ausherman Family Foundation and the Delaplaine Foundation. This support will help the coalition address health issues affecting the Black community, including maternal health, youth mental health, primary care, and a health survey.
Black Health Equity Coalition of Frederick proudly announces Grants
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On a panel hosted by Mindful Philanthropy, Bessemer Giving Fund, and Bessemer Trust, Grantmakers In Health (GIH) President and CEO Cara James spoke with Alyson Niemann, Lee Beers, and Alden E. Stoner about bold investments and funding opportunities to support youth mental health.
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Grantmakers In Health (GIH) and Grantmakers In Aging (GIA) hosted a funders-only meeting at the National Council on Aging’s Age + Action 2024 conference on bridging connections between the public and private sectors. Philanthropic leaders and colleagues from the Administration for Community Living discussed funding priorities and programs focused on older adults and age-friendly communities.
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