APPLICATION FOR FUNDING NOW AVAILABLE
As part of their Mobilizing Communities business model, United Way of Washington County is initiating a new community investment prioritization process. For 2016, United Way will provide sustained annual funding for programs that impact community health, with a focus on access to health care, healthy beginnings, and healthy choices. Special consideration will be given to coalitions, and programs that impact alcohol and other drug abuse (AODA) or mental health.
Over the last two years, United Way of Washington County has expanded beyond simple fund allocation. Their Mobilizing Communities business model is a strategy for creating impactful, lasting change by identifying and addressing the underlying causes of critical community needs. Each year, United Way will accept new applications for funding under one of their three impact pillars—Education, Income, or Health.
Health was selected as the first pillar for funding due to strong responses from community conversations and the overwhelming evidence of need.
“Health is the one thing that is important to everyone—it’s the foundation for success in life,” said Kristin Brandner, Executive Director of United Way of Washington County. “We want to leverage strategic partnerships and resources so that individuals are empowered to take control of their health and live fuller, more vibrant lives.”
Applications for health impact funding must be outcomes-driven and evidence-based. The deadline is March 31, 2015. To obtain information about United Way, the application process, and requirements, go to www.UnitedWayOfWashingtonCounty.org.
United Way is offering two training sessions to help agencies create strong applications. The first training, “Outcomes Basics” will be held on November 18 at University of Wisconsin Washington County. The event will help participants understand how to effectively measure and communicate the impact of their programs. These training sessions are free to anyone interested in strengthening their grant-writing skills. To register, visit www.UnitedWayOfWashingtonCounty.org/outcomes-training.