In a move to bolster health equity outcomes, the Stupski Foundation announced this week it has made its largest program investment to date by providing $15 million to seven community health centers in Hawaii. This funding includes three centers in Maui County: Hāna Health, Lāna‘i Community Health Center, and Mālama I Ke Ola. Hawai‘i Island Community Health Center, Kalihi-Pālāma Health Center, Kōkua Kalihi Valley Comprehensive Family Services and Waimānalo Health Center are also beneficiaries of the grant.
The investment’s goal is to assist underserved populations by supporting comprehensive health care and social support services, leading to sustainable improvements in these communities.
The foundation’s leaders emphasize their commitment to a values-based approach and partnership with Hawaii organizations. The health centers cater to nearly 30,000 Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders, tackling health disparities resulting from poverty and racial inequities.
The flexible grants allow the centers to adopt a holistic approach to address community needs and plan for sustainable solutions.
Many health equity observers are watching closely to gage the impact of these grants, as they potentially could serve as strong case studies applicable to other local and regional health centers in the months and years to come.
