The RHI Legacy Foundation, Inc. is seeking applications for its Grant program to support non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations whose projects serve residents in Rutherford County, North Carolina.
Donor Name: RHI Legacy Foundation
State: North Carolina
County: Rutherford County (NC)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 07/31/2022
Details:
Mission
RHI Legacy Foundation is dedicated to contributing to quality and accessible health care for the community through a joint venture with Duke LifePoint. In addition, the Foundation is committed to impact health and wellness in Rutherford County by making grants to support organizations and initiatives aligned with the Foundation’s grant focus areas.
Vision
RHI Legacy Foundation will leave a legacy of better health and an improved quality of life for the citizens of Rutherford County.
RHI Legacy Foundation emphasis on the following:
- Chronic Disease – Programs and services for cancer, asthma, and diabetes which provide the following: Health education or screenings with an emphasis on disease prevention
- Healthy Eating – Programs and services which address: Access to sufficient and healthy food for all segments of the community, emphasizing nutrition and the impact of healthy eating on disease prevention. Education on the importance of nutrition and healthy food preparation and their impact on disease prevention
- Active Living – Programs and services which improve: Physical activity (examples: walking trails, parks and recreation) Education on health improvements and disease prevention resulting from an active lifestyle
Program Areas
- Education
- Environmental, Animals
- Health
- Human services
- Public/Society Benefit
Program limitations
Grants are limited to programs and projects that improve health and wellness in Rutherford County, NC. Grants in the category of environment/animals will be limited to programs that promote active living.
Eligibility Criteria
- To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt governmental units, exempt religious organizations, or exempt charitable organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Other 501 (c) organizations may be considered.
- The benefits of the grant must have a measurable impact within Rutherford County, North Carolina.
- The programs and services of the applicant must be consistent with the Foundation’s mission and values.
- All applicants must have a plan to sustain the funded program or project on a continuing basis.
- Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form or alternative accessible application designed for assistive technology users
For more information, visit RHI Legacy Foundation.
