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Frequently asked questions (and answers!) about Health Forward’s refined focus

By Health Forward Blog Team on October 22, 2020

Editor’s note: On Sept. 30, Health Forward hosted a virtual celebration for our 15th anniversary. During the event, president/CEO Qiana Thomason inspired us with the announcement of Health Forward’s focus on racial and health equity. Below are some frequently asked questions that came from audience members during and after the event. You can also watch […]

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Anniversary celebration recap

By Health Forward Blog Team on October 8, 2020

Thank you to everyone who attended our virtual celebration in honor of Health Forward’s 15 years! We were overwhelmed by the engaged audience comments during the event.  If you were unable to join us, you can still watch a recording of the live event. We have also published just Qiana Thomason’s keynote address, which you […]

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Health Forward reimagines the future

By Qiana Thomason on October 1, 2020
President/CEO
Health Forward Foundation

Editor’s note: The following is Qiana Thomason’s full keynote address of Health Forward’s virtual, 15-year anniversary celebration. You may also watch her address. Good morning! Welcome to Health Forward Foundation’s 15th anniversary virtual celebration. We are so pleased you’re sharing your morning with us as we reflect on our past and set our priorities for […]

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An incredibly brief recap of Health Forward’s 15 years

By Graciela Couchonnal on September 28, 2020
Vice President of Programs
Health Forward Foundation

Over the last 15 years, much has changed at Health Forward Foundation. On the surface, we have changed locations and names, increased staff, and witnessed leadership changes. At a deeper level, we evolved from traditional grantmaking that primarily provides program support to increase our focus upstream on the social determinants of health and health equity. […]

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Celebrating Graciela Couchonnal’s 15th anniversary

By Cori Stites on September 11, 2020
Program Associate
Health Forward Foundation

After 15 years at Health Forward, Graciela Couchonnal has acquired extensive knowledge about the health needs in our service area and the agencies working to improve the health of our communities. Her experience includes serving as Health Forward’s first-ever program officer, leading the Safety Net Grants team, and now serving as the vice president of […]

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New Health Forward director called to policy work from early age

By McClain Bryant Macklin on July 23, 2020
Director of Policy and Strategic Initiatives
Health Forward Foundation

I was taught at an early age that I owe a debt to my community. Both of my parents made a living by improving the lives of others. I have always been driven by a desire to make them, my community, and my ancestors proud. And it is that desire that calls me to policy work. […]

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We’re asking: How has the pandemic impacted your organization?

By Health Forward Blog Team on May 14, 2020

Sometimes the best response is silence. That’s the approach we have taken on our blog since the onset of the pandemic. In mid-March, we suspended posting anything not related to timely COVID-19 and policy-related communications.  Normally, our blog features a healthy mixture of posts from grantees, community partners, and our associates. It’s May so our […]

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