Social Drivers of Health Grants

The Intermountain Community Care Foundation supports programs that align with Intermountain Health’s mission to help people live their healthiest lives. This private foundation prioritizes increasing access to health services and promoting well-being among low-income, uninsured, or medically underrepresented populations in Utah and Southeast Idaho (specifically Cassia and Minidoka Counties). Funding is directed to initiatives that address community health priorities identified through their Community Health Needs Assessment, particularly for vulnerable populations. For the Social Drivers of Health grant track, Intermountain funds programs that address critical non-medical factors influencing health. These include improving nutrition security and enhancing stable, quality housing through supportive services. Applicants must either be social service or healthcare agencies, or partnerships between both. Eligible social service agencies include government, private, or nonprofit organizations delivering direct services to low-income populations. Health agencies must offer billable healthcare services and utilize evidence-based practices. Single-agency applicants must demonstrate strong collaboration and expected health outcomes. The program supports both new and existing initiatives, including pilot programs. Grants can range from $10,000 to $100,000 per year, up to a maximum of $300,000 over three years. Projects must span between 18 and 36 months and begin upon receiving funds. Funding cannot exceed 20% of the applicant’s annual operating budget, and large equipment or capital expenses are not eligible. However, small equipment essential to project success may be funded up to $5,000. Grantees must track and report outcomes, submitting aggregated data annually. Applications must include a complete financial audit (within two years), 501(c)(3) designation or equivalent government status, a W9, and a completed Supplier Form. If applying as a partnership, both organizations must submit full documentation and clearly define each party’s responsibilities across all project phases. Applications are submitted through the Versaic online portal, which requires account creation and submission of required materials via an electronic platform. The application windows are January 1 to February 1 for consideration in May and July 1 to August 1 for the November review. Applications are reviewed by the Foundation staff and board, who retain discretion in funding decisions. Grantees must sign a grant agreement before disbursement. Funds are generally distributed in full after signature, with occasional personal delivery. Only one active grant is allowed per organization, and grantees must wait 18 months after funding to reapply, or until a final report is approved for multi-year grantees.

Submit only if your project clearly aligns with program goals. Be clear about agency roles if applying as a partnership. Ensure your audited financials are complete and recent. Do not request more than 20% of your annual budget.