Making an Impact

1889 Foundation provides grants and community leadership for transformative work that improves the health of people and communities in Cambria and Somerset Counties.

1889 Foundation has established the Center for Population Health in Johnstown. The Center will identify, quantify and develop strategies for improving the health of the citizens of Cambria and Somerset Counties.

1889 Foundation collaborates with the United Way of the Laurel Highlands through a challenge grant that provides up to $500,000 in 1889 Foundation funds annually to increase the reach and impact of the United Way’s Community Impact grants.

1889 Foundation collaborates with the Pennsylvania Rural Arts Alliance on the Creative Health Impact Grant Awards. The annual awards provide 1889 Foundation funds to support arts programs related to health and wellness in Cambria and Somerset Counties.

Featured Initiatives

Periodically 1889 Foundation releases a video explaining one of our featured initiatives in-depth. Watch the videos below to learn more about how we’re supporting innovative programs and initiatives that improve and transform the overall health and wellness of our region.

Education & Training

Community Care Hub

Hosanna Industries