The Foundation for Community and Health
Preselected recipients only
The Foundation for Community and Health is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.3 million in 175 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $228,003. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3.3 million
- Number of grants175
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$228,003
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was down from $4.2 million the year before.
78% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.2 million | 93 | $14.3 million |
| 2024 | $4.2 million | 106 | $10.6 million |
| 2025 | $3.3 million | 175 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
The Foundation for Community and Health says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Foundation for Community and Health funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 150 | $2.8 million |
| New York | 9 | $311,100 |
| California | 4 | $58,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $50,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $20,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Valley of the Sun United Way | 2024 employee giving campaign corporate match | $228,003 |
| Fiesta Events Inc | Sponsorship and charitable contributions | $174,298 |
| Yavapai County Community Health Services | Grant award-health equity funds | $150,000 |
| The University of Arizona | Grant award-mental health funds | $124,680 |
| 4th Trimester Arizona | Grant award-it takes a village project | $100,000 |
| Healthcorps Inc | Grant award-mental health funds | $100,000 |
| Maricopa County Community College District Foundation | Grant award-health equity funds | $100,000 |
| Northern Arizona Univ Found | Grant award-health equity funds | $100,000 |
| Phoenix Police Foundation Inc | Protect & honor capital campaign (3 year commitment - installment 1) | $100,000 |
| Undue Medical Debt | Medical debt relief in state of arizona | $100,000 |
| Valley of the Sun United Way | 2025 az blue in action event - foundation event sponsorship | $95,000 |
| United Phoenix Fire Fighters Association Inc | Donation to upffa for heat relief (coding change) | $75,000 |
| Valley of the Sun United Way | Sponsorship of heat relief kits and first aid kits (coding change) | $55,000 |
| Creighton University | Grant award-health equity funds | $50,000 |
| Local First Arizona Foundation | Rural food bank passthrough grant | $50,000 |
| Not My Kid Inc | Grant award-substance use disorder funds | $50,000 |
| Perimeter Bicycling Association of America Inc | 42nd el tour de tucson presenting sponsor | $50,000 |
| Prescott Chamber of Commerce | Az christmas city "the gift" partnership | $50,000 |
| Save the Family Foundation of Arizona | Grant award-mental health funds | $50,000 |
| Technical Assistance Partnership of Arizona | Az america 250 sponsorship | $50,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Grant award-chronic health condition funds | $45,000 |
| Agape House of Prescott Inc | Grant award-health equity funds | $40,000 |
| Amistades Inc | Grant award-mental health funds | $40,000 |
| Arizona Community Foundation | Empowering diversity scholarship | $40,000 |
| Arizona Food Bank Network | Project specific grant - member services | $40,000 |
| Cochise Harm Reduction | Grant award-substance use disorder funds | $40,000 |
| Construyendo Circulos de Pazconstructing Circles of Peace | Grant award-mental health funds | $40,000 |
| Jessie Rees Foundation | Joy jar stuffing sponsor | $38,000 |
| Valley Leadership | Grant award-substance use disorder funds | $30,000 |
| Teach for America Inc | Teach for america phoenix sponsorship | $28,200 |
| Inter Tribal Council of Arizona Inc | Heat relief project - foundation community contribution | $25,028 |
| Applejack's Ranch | Grant award-mental health funds | $25,000 |
| Arizona Business and Education Coalition | Grant award-education funds | $25,000 |
| Arizona Business and Education Coalition | Grant award-mental health funds | $25,000 |
| Be A Leader Foundation | Grant award-health equity funds | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley | Today's kids, tomorrow's stars 2025 | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls of America | Youth mental health partnership | $25,000 |
| Education Forward Arizona | Grant award-health equity funds | $25,000 |
| Helping Hands for Single Moms | Grant award-health equity funds | $25,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Arizona Inc | Ja biztown shop sponsorship | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michele Boggs
- Elizabeth Carpio
- Mark Carroll
- Cara Christ
- Mark El-Tawil
- Erin Arland
- Edmundo Hidalgo
- Jim Napoli
- Cari Stinchcomb
- Rachel Winkler
- Paul Penzone
- Diane King
- Cameron Black
- Heather Carter
- Matt Jewett
Questions people ask
Does The Foundation for Community and Health accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Foundation for Community and Health give?
$3.3 million in tax year 2025, across 175 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Foundation for Community and Health?
Its 2025 filing lists Michele Boggs (Director), Elizabeth Carpio (Director), Mark Carroll (Director (Thru 2/25)) and Cara Christ (Director) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does The Foundation for Community and Health fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and education.