PURPOSE: The intent of this grant program is to assist organizations in the Upper Peninsula to purchase necessary health-related equipment that will benefit the health and well-being of U.P. residents. Examples include, but are not limited to, equipment that will:
- Address the health technology needs of an organization to improve service delivery
- Improve health-related transportation
- Improve treatment processes for patients or clients
- Improve accessibility
- Assist with health-related program expansion
Awards will generally range between $500-$7,500 with up to $75,000 available for 2025. Applications are reviewed monthly and approved by the board in January, March, May, July, September, and November each year.
Please note that AED requests will no longer be considered under the equipment grant program.
WHO SHOULD APPLY: Any tax-exempt organization based in the Upper Peninsula working to improve health outcomes in the region, with preference given to grassroots organizations, tribal communities, and small and medium-sized nonprofits.
HOW TO APPLY:
Step 1: Click on this link to schedule a call with us to discuss your project idea, or send a one-pager to [email protected].
Step 2: Sign up or log in to our grants portal and apply. Preview application questions here.
SELECTION CRITERIA: Selection will be contingent upon available funds and how well proposals meet the following criteria:
- The equipment is health-related
- Community needs and the number of residents who will benefit from the equipment purchase
- The long-term durability of the equipment
- How the equipment purchase will help to improve the capacity of the organization
Please include a detailed budget with information on the equipment to be purchased, including specific pricing information, quotes, or invoices (when possible). Letters of support are beneficial but not required.
Equipment fund grant recipients are not required to complete a written final report but will be asked to submit photographs of the equipment in action, if applicable, and a budget or invoice detailing the purchase.
The Superior Health Foundation Board of Directors has sole responsibility for all grant decisions.
Questions? Please contact [email protected].