The Washington Square Health Foundation, Inc. grants funds in order to promote and maintain access to adequate healthcare for all people in the Chicagoland area regardless of race, sex, creed or financial need. The Foundation meets this goal through its grants for medical and nursing education, medical research and direct healthcare services.
The Washington Square Health Foundation Grants program focuses on supporting health-related projects that offer significant benefits to the community, particularly those involving high-risk, underserved, or disadvantaged groups. The grant emphasizes increasing access to healthcare, expanding healthcare services, and improving community health outcomes through partnership and community involvement. Key elements include assessing healthcare needs, increasing healthcare service accessibility, developing new services with community involvement, and building decision-making and operational links within the community. The program values collaboration with a variety of partners and stakeholders, employing a comprehensive approach to health service delivery that incorporates continuous improvement and financial sustainability of health programs.