How do you define “health?"
The Foundation defines health broadly, and takes a public health approach to prevention and wellness, seeking to improve the health of children. This recognizes that poverty and racism are key factors that negatively affect health.
How do you define the “metropolitan St. Louis area?”
The communities we serve include St. Louis City and St. Louis County in Missouri and St. Clair and Madison Counties in Illinois.
What is the primary focus of your funding?
Supporting child-serving organizations is our focus. We work with organizations that engage in direct service and public policy advocacy.
When are Deaconess Impact Partners selected? Can we apply for one of the grants?
Deaconess Foundation selected its second round of Impact Partners in October 2008. The process is now closed and we are deeply grateful to all the nonprofits that applied.
Other Questions? Please feel free to contact us at any time at
info@deaconess.org.