Workforce Policy Advisory Group Discussion
During this webinar, participants shared their advice and insights on high-impact policy changes to further health workforce development.
Farm Bill Platforms from the Field – Strengthening Food and Nutrition Security
Leaders from the field convened for a conversation with experts from the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), Fair Food Network, and the Bipartisan Policy Center, who provided insight into the current nutrition policy landscape in Congress, the priorities each organization is advocating for in the 2023 Farm Bill, and how funders can support efforts to strengthen food and nutrition security in communities across the country.
Roundtable Discussion for Health Funders’ Policy Staff
During this informal roundtable discussion, participants connected with their peers, shared pressing issues, and helped plan a networking session to be convened at the GIH Annual Conference.
Accelerating Healthy Aging for All Through Impact Investing
Leaders from the field convened for a conversation on how funders can leverage impact investing to advance their missions.
Multisector Plans for Aging: A Global Perspective
Grantmakers In Aging and Grantmakers In Health convened a conversation around planning efforts worldwide, philanthropy’s role in catalyzing multi-sector plans, and the feasibility of a national U.S. plan for aging.
State Policies to Improve Maternal and Infant Health
During this session, participants learned more about the state policy landscape related to maternal and infant health and explore how health funders can advance health-promoting policies.
CalAIM, Street Medicine, and Homeless Services
This webinar focused on the intersection of CalAIM and street medicine—an emerging movement to provide direct care services to homeless individuals.
Exploring GIH’s Policy Priorities for 2023
During this session, participants learned more about GIH’s public policy goals and objectives for 2023 and provided input on our activities to advance these priorities.
Opportunities for Philanthropic Investment in Rural Connectivity and Broadband
Grantmakers In Health and Appalachia Funders Network discussed examples of philanthropic investment in rural broadband connectivity, a key component of rural infrastructure that supports health, employment, and education.
CEO Working Group Webinar
Leaders in the field will discuss the role funders can play to improve the health of undocumented immigrants, including opportunities to extend health care coverage.
Rural Investment Models for Substance Use Disorder Recovery Ecosystems
Grantmakers In Health and New York Funders Alliance explored funding models that boost multi-sector support systems for people in recovery from substance use disorders in rural communities.
Upcoming Events on Children and Families
Save the Date: Health Care Policy in 2025
During this webinar, experts from Leavitt Partners will share the latest developments in health care policy under the new administration. Speakers will include Laura Pence and Sara Singleton of Leavitt Partners. Save the date – details coming soon.
Foundations Take Action on Medicaid
Congress is considering significant cuts to Medicaid as part of the budget reconciliation process being used to advance the new administration’s legislative priorities. Cuts to Medicaid funding would dramatically impact the 80 million people served by the program today. This webinar will provide an overview of potential federal policy changes to Medicaid and considerations for foundations and corporate giving programs as they consider how to take action in their communities. The webinar will feature a panel discussion with the leadership of state foundations to highlight their key initiatives and collaborations on Medicaid defense. Speakers include Patti Baum of Manatt Health, Heather Howard of State Health and Value Strategies, Kaitlyn Kenney Walsh of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation, Sheldon Weisgrau of Missouri Foundation for Health, and Aaron Wernham of Montana Healthcare Foundation.
Funder Approaches to Addressing the Critical Connection Between Youth Mental Wellness and Financial Wellness
Curious about the connection between mental well-being and financial security during adolescence and young adulthood?
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, most mental health conditions are diagnosed during the same life stage when young people are building the skills and accessing opportunities that shape their financial futures. Mental and financial well-being are deeply interconnected—each influences and reinforces the other.
When young people experience mental wellness, they’re better equipped to manage money, handle stress, make informed decisions, and seek help when needed. At the same time, financial security reduces one of the most common sources of stress that can contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. Yet, despite these strong linkages, funders often treat mental health and financial well-being as separate priorities.