Health is a Fundamental Human Right
Our vision is to transform the health of the region we serve. Every investment we make goes toward creating measurable, sustainable health improvements.
Up to $50 million in hospital debt eliminated for thousands of people through EHF's legal settlement with Community Health Systems
For assistance with legal, credit and tax questions related to the settlement, contact Northwest Justice Project at 1-844-787-8822 or visit http://www.syshlaw.com/empire-chs-settlement.
Empire Health Foundation boldly advances health equity in eastern Washington and beyond. As collaborators, we pursue innovative solutions and transform systems to improve health and quality of life.
Our Programs
We invest in programs that aim to reduce—and ultimately eliminate—disparities that are adversely impacting marginalized and under-resourced children, families and communities in eastern Washington.
Aging Services
Improving the quality of life for our region’s older adults by fostering independence, dignity and respect OR Transforming the health of older adults with integrated medication management and health coaching.
Native American Health
Supporting tribal communities as they work to heal from their intergenerational trauma
Capacity Building
Assisting our region’s nonprofit organizations with grant writing, training and technical assistance OR Leveraging funds to build capacity and grow resources in the region.
Childhood Obesity Prevention
Transforming the health of children one school lunch at a time OR Helping regional school district partners transform their school meal programs.
Family Resiliency
Working to measurably prevent the occurrence of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
Public-Private Partnerships
Transform the health of our region through collaborative partnerships.
Who We Serve
We commit to making health equity the foundation of our work. Our organization is striving to understand and effectively address health equity needs by collaborating with community leaders and organizations, leveraging resources, and building local capacity to measurably and sustainability improve the health of all people.
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