The KiMe Fund aims to cure Parkinson's Disease before the next generation of children is diagnosed. It was established to drive research, awareness, and efforts towards finding a cure for Parkinson's Disease, reflecting a personal commitment spurred by the founder's diagnosis.
The grant program is designed with the broad goals of enhancing healthcare access and well-being for the people living in Jefferson County. It supports a wide range of initiatives, allowing for creative and innovative approaches to tackle health and well-being issues within the community. Specific causes the grant backs include, but are not limited to, making healthcare more affordable and accessible, addressing healthcare workforce shortages, assisting with transportation to medical facilities, improving health literacy, providing preventive services, combating opioid addiction, purchasing medical equipment, and increasing access to healthy food and essential living supplies. A particular focus is placed on projects that benefit low-income and under-served residents.