Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Health

Two hundred and fifty years ago America’s founders came together to say the current system of government was not working for them. This act sparked the birth of a new nation founded on principles of freedom, equality, and democracy. The document they signed clearly articulates the founders’ belief in the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Health—and the ability to lead a healthy and productive life—is deeply intertwined with these ideals.

Today, cuts to critical health and social programs; attacks on freedom of speech; threats to non-profit organizations; and federal overreach threaten our fundamental freedoms as well as our health and well-being. The 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding is an ideal backdrop for us to come together and craft a vision for health that works for everyone.

Call for Proposals

The submission period has ended, and the review committee is currently evaluating all the proposals that were received. Thank you for the robust response to our call for proposals!

Save the dates

The 2026 Grantmakers In Health (GIH) Annual Conference on Health Philanthropy, will be held on June 8 – 12 in Baltimore, MD, at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor.

Every year, GIH brings together the bright minds, seasoned experts, and innovative practitioners working in health philanthropy to discuss the important issues facing the field.

Explore 2025 GIH Annual Conference Reports and Video Recordings

Reports and plenary recordings from the 2025 conference have been posted! Watch the Opening Plenary: The Freedom to Give, hear reflections on Medicaid, Medicare, and the Older Americans Act: 60 Years Later, get inspired by the remarks from the Terrance Keenan and Andy Hyman Awards Winners, and delve into a case study of disaster recovery with 20 Years of Rebuilding Since Hurricane Katrina.

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