Guiding Our Community to a Healthier Future
Transforming Health and Wellness in Cambria and Somerset Counties
Making an Impact
1889 Foundation provides grants and community leadership for transformative work that improves the health of people and communities in Cambria and Somerset Counties.
In line with the World Health Organization, “health” is defined broadly as a “state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” We also endorse the paradigm of “population health” which recognizes that health is strongly influenced by the conditions within which people live. Beyond improving health, 1889 Foundation sees our purpose as “improving lives.”
total invested in CAMBRIA AND SOMERSET COUNTIES since 2015
GRANTS AWARDED IN 2023 FISCAL YEAR (7/1/22-6/30/23)
ADDITIONAL FUNDING LEVERAGED BY 1889 FOUNDATION IN FISCAL YEAR 2023
In the Community
The Center for Population Health, made possible by a $7.5 million gift and continued financial support from 1889 Foundation.
1889 Foundation works together with the Pennsylvania Rural Arts Alliance (PRAA) on the Creative Health Impact Grant Awards.
1889 Foundation works with the United Way of the Laurel Highlands (UWLH) to increase the reach and impact of their grants.
Thank you
to the donors and supporters of 1889 Foundation
Latest News
Full Tuition Scholarships Awarded to EMS Class of 2025
Program for Surgical Technology students receive scholarships from 1889 Foundation
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