UChicago Medicine (UCM) Urban Health Initiative is pleased to announce a grant opportunity for community and faith-based organizations. The goal of this funding, in alignment with the UCM Strategic Implementation Plan, is to improve health outcomes and reduce inequities on the South Side of Chicago. Three organizations will be awarded up to $50,000.

UChicago Medicine’s Liaisons in Care (LinC) program addresses health inequities by hiring and utilizing Community Health Workers (CHW) both in healthcare and community settings. These grants aim to:
• Increase linkages to health and social service resources
• Conduct health education
• Provide healthcare navigation assistance to community members residing on the South Side of Chicago.

Next Steps:
• Due Date for Applications: Wednesday, June 1, 2022, 5pm CST
• LinC Grant PDF
• FAQ Document
• Work Plan Template
• Evaluation Template
• LinC Budget Template