To show its continued support for local nonprofits promoting health equity in Los Angeles communities, Cedars-Sinai gathered more than 80 nonprofit grant recipients to conclude its multiyear Health Equity Grant Program, according to a Cedars-Sinai news release.

 

Cedars-Sinai provides millions in annual grant funding to promote health equity, access to care and more throughout Los Angeles. Last year, the medical organization awarded $27.2 million in grants to dozens of nonprofits. Indeed, the Los Angeles Business Journal recognized Cedars-Sinai as the largest non-foundation grant maker to Los Angeles County charities in 2023.

 

The recent gathering featured local nonprofits such as LA Family Housing, the Venice Family Clinic and Homeboy Industries.

 

“All of these organizations represent a crucial part of the picture of services offered in our LA communities and are deeply committed to equitable health outcomes in partnership with Cedars-Sinai,” said Arthur Ochoa, JD, senior vice president of advancement and chief advancement officer for Cedars-Sinai, in the release.

 

Nonprofits involved in the grant program addressed health equity by examining the changing landscapes of Cedars-Sinai’s community partners. This included recruitment and retainment of diverse employees, data intelligence to inform equity outcomes and adherence to delivery of high-quality services.

 

“Gathering to celebrate the work of these nonprofits and troubleshoot issues impacting them provides invaluable insights for identifying actionable solutions that make a difference across the health and social service sectors,” said Erin Jackson-Ward, DrPH, executive director of grantmaking and social impact for Cedars-Sinai, in the release.

 

Cedars-Sinai will continue developing these community partnerships through additional grants focused on supporting community clinic, providers of homeless services, social service organizations and more.

 

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