Prospective grantees must provide services or benefits to Mat-Su residents and be qualified Alaskan nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations
classified as “not a private foundation” under section 509(a) of the Code. In select cases, MSHF may also choose to fund
health-related projects undertaken by religious, governmental, educational or tribal agencies seeking partners for
health-related initiatives that impact the broader Mat-Su community and extend beyond the traditional purpose and
functions of these organizations.
Who We Do Not Fund
Individuals
For-profit organizations
Private foundations
Competitive sporting clubs
Organizations or foundations for redistribution of funds to entities of their own selection
Organizations with a major purpose of influencing legislation or supporting candidates for political or appointed office
Organizations that discriminate by reason of race, religion, gender, national origin, or political orientation
Organizations or projects that directly support operations and services of Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
If you have a question about the eligibility of your organization, please contact us.
Who Receives Priority
The MSHF supports organizations and activities that empower people; employ creative responses to problems; address root causes
rather than symptoms; build upon community strengths; and offer measurable improvements in health and wellness.
The MSHF is particularly interested in supporting organizations that:
Expand access to health and wellness care, especially for people from low-income and otherwise disadvantaged communities
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusiveness in the targeting and delivery of services to reduce health disparities.
Foster communication, cooperation, and coordination among service providers
Build programs and services that are sustainable
Have a strong and engaged board, staff and/or volunteer leadership
Have a board of directors reflecting Mat-Su representation
What We Fund
Capacity building
Capital projects, improvements and equipment
Bricks and mortar—but only within the Mat-Su Borough
Data collection and needs assessment
Planning and seed money
Program and operating costs
Technical assistance
What We Do Not Fund
Loans, deficits, or debt reduction
Pass-through funding
Endowments
Fundraising events, tournaments or sponsorships
Reimbursement for items in a completed project or items already purchased
What Receives Priority
The MSHF prioritizes Healthy Impact and Target Wellness grant awards by their relevance to MSHF’s Strategic Goals 1, 2 and 4 below:
1. Reduce the barriers to healthcare access.
2. Make progress on Healthy Alaska goals in the Mat-Su Borough.
3. Increase the capacity of nonprofits operating in the Mat-Su Borough to address the issues of health and wellness.
4. Increase collaborative relations with funders and stakeholders in Alaska and other states.
If you have a question about the eligibility of your organization, please contact us.
