The Foundation for Health Enhancement aims to improve care across the United States through the development of the science of delivering a wide range of health care services. These encompass medical, surgical, dental, nursing, health education, and both curative and preventative health services. It focuses on preventive health, supports smaller qualifying applicants, especially those near Chicago or in the Midwest, prioritizes service organizations over research entities, and champions innovative programs aimed at serving the underserved.
The grant program by the Foundation for Health Enhancement is designed to support the improvement of health care delivery with a focus on innovative and preventive health services. It especially encourages applications from smaller organizations located in or near Chicago and the Midwest. The Foundation is more inclined toward service organizations rather than research-oriented institutions. The grants aim to support programs that reach underserved communities. The grant cycle is biannual with deadlines on April 1 and September 1. Applicants are usually informed about funding decisions within 3 to 4 months after submission, with most grants being awarded for a one-year period. The typical grant amount ranges from $5,000 to $15,000.