Kansas Health Foundation

Overview

The Kansas Health Foundation (KHF) is a philanthropic organization based in Wichita, Kansas, committed to enhancing the health and well-being of all Kansans. Established with an initial endowment from the sale of Wesley Medical Center, KHF focuses on preventive health solutions, funding programs that promote health and wellness in schools, neighborhoods, and workplaces. Their mission is to improve the health of all Kansans by promoting health and wellness in schools, neighborhoods, and workplaces; to grow leaders in communities; inspire decision makers; and act as a voice for healthy public policy in Kansas for generations. KHF's strategic approach includes supporting institutions, empowering partners, mobilizing those in authority, fostering a health-centric ecosystem, aligning resources, and cultivating an impactful culture. They address major health challenges, work directly with communities experiencing health disparities, and focus on both participation and policy change to improve civic life. Their initiatives encompass access to care, healthy behaviors, civic/community engagement, and educational achievement. With over $500 million in net assets, KHF is one of the nation's wealthiest philanthropic foundations. They have issued over $500 million in grants since their inception in 1985, funding a wide range of programs aimed at improving public health and wellness throughout Kansas. Their work has contributed to various health improvements and policy changes, reflecting their commitment to creating lasting societal impact.

Investment Focus

• Nonprofit organizations
• Community-based health initiatives
• Public health research projects
• Health policy advocacy groups
• Educational programs promoting health and wellness
• Organizations addressing health disparities in Kansas
• Community development projects with a focus on health improvement
• Health education and awareness campaigns
• Preventive health programs
• Organizations promoting healthy behaviors
• Civic engagement initiatives related to health
• Public health infrastructure projects
• Health services for underserved populations
• Health-related research and data collection
• Organizations advocating for healthy public policy in Kansas