Can philanthropy and government work together?
December 3, 2015
EHF explores how working with a government agency can impact social issues.
Category: Grant-making
Taking Stock
August 3, 2015
We’re six months into executing on our first strategic operating plan, 18 months into my tenure, a little over two years into our actual existence, and I’m taking stock.
Filling the “Rural” Void
July 15, 2015
A new federal study shows rural areas get a small share of foundation grants across the country. EHF hopes to change that in Texas.
Spreading Transformation – the One Simple Way You Can Help
May 21, 2015
We just announced our first-ever grant partners. But what’s the one thing they have in common that we’d like to improve? See how you can help spread positive change and transformation to community health across Texas.
What Makes a Good Grant Proposal? Part II: Decision-making Variables
April 16, 2015
In keeping with the theme of what makes a good grant proposal, I want to share with you some of the variables we consider in our decision-making. Those variables can be categorized into five broad areas: alignment, organization overview, finances, administration, and strength of the proposal.
Why Strategic Philanthropy Makes a Difference
April 8, 2015
EHF embraces an emerging thread of philanthropy that utilizes strategic planning, evaluation, and learning systems. We want to be accountable for the resources we steward, and we believe communities deserve that kind of accountability.
What Makes a Good Grant Proposal?
February 18, 2015
Since launching the grant-making system at the Episcopal Health Foundation, I am frequently asked by prospective applicants, “What constitutes a good grant proposal?” Is it writing a good statement of need or utilizing SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, realistic or relevant, and time-oriented) objectives? Still other questions have focused on matters of alignment—typically asked something like this: since EHF funds community-based primary care, and I’m a community-based primary care provider, that’s alignment—right?
Not necessarily.
