Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado Foundation

Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado Foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since 2003, with its registration set to expire on January 8, 2026. Located in Centennial, Colorado, the foundation is part of a larger healthcare system dedicated to nurturing community health through various innovative programs and initiatives. While specific details about the organization's overall mission are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation, the foundation appears to be deeply committed to addressing critical health and social challenges through targeted grant-funded projects.

The foundation has received federal grants from multiple agencies, focusing primarily on public health, violence prevention, and community wellness initiatives. Notable grant awards include a $750,000 Rural Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Assistance Program grant from the Office on Violence Against Women, which supports sexual violence prevention and victim support in Eagle County. Additionally, the organization has secured grants from the Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition for produce prescription programs in Colorado, aimed at addressing chronic health conditions through nutrition interventions. The foundation has also participated in sub-grant awards with entities like the Colorado Department of Public Safety, supporting Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) services across six emergency departments and collaborating with the Colorado Department of Human Services on maternal and infant home visiting programs. These grants demonstrate the foundation's multifaceted approach to community health, encompassing areas such as sexual assault prevention, nutrition education, forensic nursing, and family support services.