K21 Health Foundation Grant Program 2024

The K21 Health Foundation is a private health-focused organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents of Kosciusko County, Indiana. Rooted in a mission to ensure health care services are provided and to promote preventative care and healthy living, the foundation accomplishes its goals through identifying community health needs and providing funding via grants and investments. The foundation manages an endowment specifically aimed at sustaining these efforts over the long term. Grants offered by K21 Health Foundation are intended to support projects, programs, or services that directly align with their mission. Applicants must demonstrate how their initiative will promote health and wellness among Kosciusko County residents. Clear articulation of community benefits and alignment with the foundation's goals are critical components of a successful application. The foundation’s funding priorities are categorized into four Health Pillars: Direct Services & Prevention, Community Culture & Wellbeing, Health Access & Opportunity, and Youth Development & Activity. Eligible applicants must be either a nonprofit organization with IRS tax-exempt status and good standing with the Indiana Secretary of State, a school system serving students in Kosciusko County, or a governmental agency that serves county residents. Importantly, all projects must have a tangible benefit for the health and wellness of the county's population. The K21 Health Foundation encourages applicants to consult with its Grants Manager before submitting proposals. This consultation can clarify the alignment of the project with the foundation’s requirements and provide strategic advice on application presentation and grant type selection. This step is not mandatory but is strongly recommended to enhance proposal quality and fit. Applications are accepted quarterly, with 2025 deadlines falling on February 1, May 1, August 1, and October 31. Submissions must be received by 5:00 pm on these dates; late applications will be considered during the subsequent cycle. While the foundation does not list application questions publicly, it directs applicants to review its mission thoroughly and offers an FAQ section for additional guidance. For further assistance, interested applicants can contact the K21 Health Foundation directly at 574-269-5188 or visit their office at 1101 Park Avenue, Winona Lake, IN 46590.