Moving Health Forward
By focusing on people most in need, Health Forward Foundation works to transform communities so everyone has an opportunity for better health.
We partner with more than 150 organizations to ensure that our funding has the greatest impact in the region, using our unique position as an independent, informed voice to spark awareness about wellness and prevention where it matters most.
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Health Forward names interim president/CEO
Rick Zimmer will serve in the position until the Health Forward Board of Directors names a replacement.
Health Forward awards $421,485 in applicant defined grants
Nine nonprofit organizations were awarded applicant defined grants during August 2019.
Health Forward announces campaign to expand Medicaid in Missouri
The coalition needs to collect 172,000 signatures from registered voters.
Health Forward awards $4.7 million in Mental Health Grants
These 31 organizations are improving the availability and quality of mental health services.
Kansas City area foundations establish fund to support participation in 2020 Census
Learn how this fund supports 2020 Census education and outreach.
Health Forward announces final class of Healthy Communities Leadership Academy
This will be the final cohort of local leaders selected.