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.”
Making an Impact
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
Funding Priorities
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
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So proud to support Stop the Bleed training!
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1889 Foundation supports Stop the Bleed trainings – 1889 Foundation
Providing the medical education and training needed to save lives in Cambria and Somerset counties