NCH requests applications for community funding

Community-connected care is at the essence of Northwest Community Healthcare's mission

Submitted by NorthShore - Edwards-Elmhurst Health

NorthShore - Edwards-Elmhurst Health has a combined mission to help everyone in its communities be their best. As a part of the new health system, Northwest Community Hospital (NCH) constantly strives to improve access to care and promote health and wellness in Arlington Heights and surrounding communities.

Every three years, NCH conducts a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) to help identify the community's most predominant needs and determine where to direct efforts and resources. To help address these priorities and unmet needs, limited funds are allocated for not-for-profit community organizations with missions that align with the current needs of our community. In addition to accepting applications that address the needs identified in the CHNA, requests for programs and initiatives that address community violence will be welcome.

"It is an honor to collaborate with our local community partners to assist the under-resourced people who live and work here," said Michael Hartke, president of NCH. "I would like to thank them for their valued and much-needed efforts in our community."

Requests for Donations (RFD) will be accepted from Oct. 1 through Oct. 31, 2023, for funding that will be awarded beginning in January 2024. To apply for funding, access the RFD form and submission guidelines at www.nch.org/charitablegiving and submit it no later than Oct. 31, 2023.

About NorthShore - Edward-Elmhurst Health

NorthShore - Edward-Elmhurst Health is a fully integrated health care delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 27,000 team members and more than 7,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights), Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. Located in Naperville, Linden Oaks Behavioral Health, provides for the mental health needs of area residents.

For information, visit NorthShore.org, SwedishCovenant.org, NCH.org and EEHealth.org.