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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.

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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.

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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!

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441 E. High Street, Unit 8C

Philadelphia, PA 19144
215-438-8102

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