Social Impact Partnership Program

Franciscan Health, a regional healthcare system serving communities across Indiana and surrounding areas, administers the Social Impact Partnership Program (SIPP) as part of its broader community health improvement mission. The program is designed to support nonprofit health and human service organizations that are actively addressing disparities in at-risk populations. Through this initiative, Franciscan Health seeks to extend its mission beyond clinical care by investing in community-based interventions that improve health outcomes and address social determinants of health. The program emphasizes alignment with Franciscan’s values, particularly in serving vulnerable populations and advancing equitable access to care and supportive services. The primary purpose of the SIPP funding opportunity is to provide financial support for programs that directly address priority health needs identified by Franciscan Health. These priorities include chronic disease prevention and management, the promotion of healthy relationships, and mental wellness initiatives. Eligible projects may include prevention programs targeting conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer; interventions that strengthen family and peer relationships; and services addressing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Programs must demonstrate a clear connection to improving health outcomes in underserved communities and must align with identified community health needs assessments. Funding is available in the form of monetary support of up to 10000 dollars per organization. While specific restrictions on use are not explicitly detailed, funding is intended for programmatic activities that directly support the stated health priorities and target populations. These populations include individuals affected by systemic racism, refugees and immigrants, chronically under-resourced individuals, at-risk youth, and others impacted by limited societal supports. The program does not indicate a matching requirement, suggesting that awarded funds may be used without cost-sharing obligations. However, organizations are expected to demonstrate strong program design, measurable outcomes, and alignment with community needs. Eligibility is limited to nonprofit health and human service organizations that serve at-risk populations within communities connected to Franciscan Health’s service areas. Applicants must be capable of implementing programs aligned with one of the designated priority topics and must demonstrate the capacity to track outcomes and participate in reporting requirements. Organizations that received prior SIPP funding in the 2025 cycle are eligible to apply again but must report on their progress toward previous goals as part of the application process. Additionally, applicants must be willing to comply with participation requirements, including meetings, evaluations, and adherence to ethical directives associated with Catholic healthcare. The application process is conducted through an online submission portal and requires completion of a detailed form that captures organizational information, program design, target populations, partnerships, evaluation methods, and sustainability plans. Applicants must also upload supporting documentation, including a logic model, budget, evaluation example, tax exemption certificate, annual report, board of directors listing, and most recent financial statements. The application includes narrative sections requiring detailed responses about community need, program description, expected outcomes, data collection methods, and long-term sustainability. These requirements indicate a comprehensive review process focused on both program quality and organizational capacity. The application window for this funding cycle opens on May 1 and closes on May 29. Prior to the application period, an informational session is scheduled for April 30 to provide guidance on the application process and funding priorities. Selected partner organizations will be announced in mid-July, and awardees are required to attend a welcome session on July 30. Following selection, grantees must participate in ongoing engagement activities, including check-in meetings and submission of progress reports at six-month and one-year intervals. Continued participation in these reporting activities is required for eligibility in future funding cycles. Franciscan Health provides a point of contact for application support and program-related inquiries through its Community Health Improvement Director. Additional media contact information is also provided, indicating institutional support and transparency. While the program appears to operate on a recurring annual cycle, explicit confirmation of recurrence is not stated, though the structured timeline and repeated reporting expectations suggest an ongoing funding mechanism. Overall, the SIPP program represents a targeted investment in community-based health improvement efforts, emphasizing accountability, measurable impact, and alignment with broader health equity goals.

Ensure strong alignment with one priority topic clearly define measurable outcomes and demonstrate community need using data; emphasize partnerships and sustainability planning