Community Health Fund
Application and Award Information
The NVRH Community Health Fund ensures consistent and continuous funding for community health programs and services and confirms the hospital’s ongoing commitment to community health improvement.
The NVRH Community Health Fund supports a community building approach that goes beyond the delivery of medical care, to improve the health and quality of life for people in the communities we serve. Community building addresses the root cause of health problems such as poverty related issues, as well as identifying and providing services and programs that directly influence health and quality of life.
NVRH’s Community Health Fund grants have been awarded for Fiscal Year 2022.
Application and project period timeline:
- September 1 – October 15, 2021: Grant opportunity announcement and proposal development period
- December 1, 2021: Grantee award notification deadline
- December 1, 2021 – September 30, 2022: Project period
- October 31, 2022: After Action Report due
Post-Award After Action Report:
More Information
802-748-7590.
Fiscal Year 2022 Community Health Fund Grantees
NVRH’s Community Health Fund cycle for the current fiscal year supports projects that focus on health equity and resiliency. A total of $20,000 was funded this year.
Funded projects will help to improve the health and quality of life for people in the communities we serve by addressing the root causes of health problems, and providing services and programs that have a direct influence on health and health behaviors
Grant applications meeting priority criteria and targeting our most vulnerable populations received funding. NVRH’s 2021-2024 target populations in terms of health equity include:
- Race, ethnicity and culture
- LGBTQ + identity
- People living with disabilities
- Socioeconomic status
Learn more about the Fiscal Year 2022 funded projects below:
Family Fun Fridays
Amount: $3,000.00
Description: All Things Lyndon will host a Family Fun Friday event each month from June through October 2022 fostering community connectedness for families and youth, increasing school readiness, and providing education to build resilience.
Healthy for Life®
Amount: $4,000.00
Description: The CRJC will provide community-based nutrition and well-being education to individuals reentering the community, empowering them to change food and health behaviors and breaking intergenerational cycles for healthier living.
Kingdom East After School Program- Outdoor Club
Amount: $5,000.00
Description: KESD will acquire adequate outdoor gear to enhance opportunities for elementary and middle school students to participate in experiential education through the Outdoor Club, providing positive engagement that builds life skills and increases resiliency.
Miller's Run School Playground Enhancement for Behavioral and Physical Wellness
Amount: $2,000.00
Description: Miller’s Run School will increase playground activities to provide additional opportunities for students to engage in physical activity, allowing for positive behavioral shifts and reduced inactivity due to limited options.
Peacham Early Elementary Playground Enhancement for Positive Development
Amount: $4,000.00
Description: Peacham Elementary School will expand current playground structures to include age-appropriate options for students ages 2-5 and students with developmental delays or other disabilities, reducing inequity and increasing opportunities for positive development.
Older Adult Wellness Programming for Residents of Passumpsic View Apartments
Amount: $2,000.00
Description: RuralEdge will install new exercise equipment and educate residents on safe and effective use of the machine to increase opportunities for physical wellness, fall reduction, and ensure on-site wellness tools during a time of social isolation.