Physical Health & Wellness
Physical health is what most people are referencing to when they refer to being “healthy.” 1889 Foundation supports many projects that promote the physical health and wellness of our community in a wide variety of ways, including:
- Opportunities to build a healthy lifestyle through exercise
- Disease screenings
- Disease prevention
- Access to all forms of healthcare for people who lack adequate health insurance
Recent news
Read about projects supported by 1889 Foundation that are related to physical health & wellness.
1889 Foundation supports Forged Futures initiative
The Safe Places Initiative, now renamed Forged Futures, is a collaboration between local community organizations that began in 2021 with an initial grant of $250,000 from 1889 Foundation
1889 Foundation impacts thousands in Fiscal Year 2024
In Fiscal Year 2024, 1889 Foundation made a large impact in a variety of funding areas related to its six priority areas: Center for Population Health ($1.1 million),
