Orlando Health Community Grant Program 2025

The Orlando Health Community Grant Program is designed to invest back into the community by coordinating, enriching, and supporting efforts that promote health and wellness in Central and West Florida. This initiative aligns directly with Orlando Health's mission to improve the health of the communities it serves by providing resources to address specific health- or wellness-related needs impacting families. The program's focus on community health reflects a commitment to strategic philanthropy and a theory of change that posits direct investment in local health initiatives will lead to improved population health outcomes. The grant program targets organizations primarily serving Central Florida (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and/or Seminole counties) or West Florida (Pinellas County). A key focus is placed on underserved populations or populations facing health disparities or challenges, ensuring that resources are directed to those most in need. The impact goal is to fill specific health- or wellness-related needs within these communities, ultimately leading to a healthier and more equitable living environment for families in the region. The program's priorities and focuses are strongly aligned with the 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment, particularly emphasizing initiatives that enhance access to care. This strategic alignment ensures that funding addresses identified critical health gaps and maximizes the program's potential for meaningful impact. Eligible organizations must demonstrate how their proposed activities directly address a need identified in this assessment, reinforcing a data-driven approach to community health improvement. Expected outcomes of the Orlando Health Community Grant Program include improved access to healthcare services, reduction in health disparities, and enhanced overall community wellness. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed beyond the requirement for quarterly reporting and high-level demographic data, the emphasis on addressing identified needs and serving vulnerable populations suggests that success will be measured by the positive changes in health outcomes and access to care within the targeted communities during the grant cycle year of October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025.