About Us
Our Mission
Foundation for Health Equity supports communities in NW Philadelphia by building on the assets of organizations that work to address systemic health inequities in order to build healthy, vibrant neighborhoods.
Our Vision
We envision a community where everyone has a fair and just opportunity to achieve optimal health.
Our Service Area
Chestnut Hill
Mt. Airy
Wadsworth
East Germantown
Germantown
Roxborough
Our Guiding Principles
Health Equity
Increasing opportunities for everyone to live the healthiest life possible, no matter who we are, where we live, or how much money we make.
Community Stakeholders
Diversity of thought, perspective and experience are imperative to successful outcomes.
Commitment
Dedicated to improving the health and wellness of our community.
Stewardship
Careful and responsible investment in community health.
Dignity
Recognizing the inherent value in every person.
Transparency
Practicing clear, open communication and ongoing self-evaluation.
Our Three Strategic Priorities
Healthy Aging
Hunger and Food Insecurity
Women and Children’s Health
Our History
Initially called Chestnut Hill Health Care Foundation, we were established in 2005 with the
proceeds of the sale of Chestnut Hill Hospital to carry out charitable activities intended to
improve the health of those living in the hospital’s primary service area.
Transitioning names but not our mission, the Foundation became Green Tree Community Health Foundation in 2008. For 13 years the Foundation worked diligently to improve the health of those affected by hunger, illness, and lack of health insurance.
In 2021, at the conclusion of a full-scale strategic planning process, the Foundation decided to change our name in order to better reflect the mission: Foundation for Health Equity (F4HE). Having listened to our community partners during the strategic planning process, we added advocacy and community engagement to our work. This allows us to better support and invest in the nonprofit partners who directly serve community members.
Join us as we celebrate 20 years of improved health in our communities. Thank you for your partnership in the process!