Chatham County Hospital Authority Trust Grant

The Chatham County Hospital Authority Trust Grant is a competitive funding opportunity administered by United Way of the Coastal Empire on behalf of the Chatham County Hospital Authority Trust. The Trust was established to provide healthcare services to indigent residents of Chatham County, Georgia, and operates under applicable state statutes governing hospital authorities. While United Way facilitates the administration and grantmaking process, the Chatham County Hospital Authority retains full authority over funding decisions. This collaboration leverages United Way’s experience in community-based funding while ensuring that the Trust’s mission remains central to the allocation of resources. The primary purpose of this grant is to support organizations that deliver preventative healthcare services to indigent populations within Chatham County. The Trust defines indigent individuals as those living at or below 138 percent of the Federal Poverty Line, aligning with federal health and human services standards. The grant emphasizes improving access to essential health services and reducing disparities in care for vulnerable populations. Services funded through this opportunity are expected to directly benefit residents within the specified geographic area and meet clearly defined health needs. Funding for this opportunity totals two million dollars, with individual grant awards capped at two hundred fifty thousand dollars. The funding period is defined as January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027. Grant funds are restricted in use and cannot be allocated toward capital campaigns or fundraising events. Instead, funds must be directed toward programmatic activities that align with the Trust’s healthcare objectives. Additionally, funded organizations are required to provide mid-year and final reports documenting outcomes and program performance, ensuring accountability and measurable impact. Eligible applicants include both nonprofit organizations and for profit entities that are properly licensed and meet all compliance requirements. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to serve indigent residents of Chatham County and must provide documentation verifying client income and residency. Organizations are also required to maintain appropriate insurance coverage and comply with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws. Additional documentation requirements include financial statements, tax returns, and audits or equivalent financial reviews, depending on the organization type. The application process is structured in two phases, beginning with a mandatory Letter of Intent. Submission of a Letter of Intent is required for consideration but does not guarantee advancement to the full application stage. Only selected applicants will be invited to submit a complete proposal. This staged approach allows the grantor to evaluate initial alignment with funding priorities before requesting more detailed submissions. Applicants invited to the full application stage will gain access to the application system following notification. The timeline for the grant begins with the opening of the Letter of Intent submission period on July 14, 2026, and closes on July 31, 2026. Decision notifications for Letters of Intent are issued on August 12, 2026, after which selected applicants are invited to submit full applications starting August 17, 2026. The final deadline for full application submission is September 14, 2026. Award notifications are expected in November 2026, with funds distributed throughout the 2027 calendar year. This structured timeline ensures a clear progression from initial interest through final funding decisions.

Prioritize direct medical or clinical interventions and clearly demonstrate measurable impact on indigent populations in Chatham County