As overdose rates climb among Black people in Kentucky, organizations launch $500,000 in projects to reduce overdoses among BIPOC & underserved communities
According to the 2023 Kentucky Drug Overdose Fatality Report, overdose deaths of Black Kentuckians rose in 2023 despite the overall decline of fatal overdoses. In response, The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky (FHKY) announced awards to 11 organizations selected for its Shaping a Healthy and Inclusive Future Together (SHIFT) grant program.
Eight Kentuckians receive awards for their efforts to improve the health of the Commonwealth
The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky announces its 2024 Healthy Kentucky Champions. The award recognizes individuals for their dedication to improving the health and well-being of their communities and/or the state.
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky CEO Ben Chandler to retire; COO Allison Adams to succeed him
Ben Chandler will retire as president and CEO of the nonprofit organization effective December 31, 2024. The Board of Directors has appointed current Chief Operating Officer Allison Adams as the next president and CEO.
Poll: majority of Kentucky voters think DEI programs should be left up to organizations
New poll results shed light on how Kentucky voters feel about the topic of decisions around DEI programs
Ben Chandler appointed to Council on Foundations Board of Directors
Ben Chandler, Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky president and CEO, has been appointed to the Council on Foundations’ 2024 Board of Directors.
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky welcomes two new Board Members
The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky is launching into the new year with two additions to its Board of Directors.
Nonprofits launching projects to help Kentuckians live FREE from addiction
Eleven nonprofit organizations have been selected to receive funding from the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky’s Funding for Recovery Equity and Expansion (FREE) Program.
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky Gives Top Honor to CEO of Pikeville Medical Center for Expanding Care in Eastern Kentucky
The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky has named Donovan Blackburn, CEO of the Pikeville Medical Center (PMC), its 2023 Gil Friedell Memorial Health Policy Award winner for helping change the landscape of healthcare in eastern Kentucky.
Fighting for a Healthier Future: Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky Recognizes 14 Healthy Kentucky Champions
This year’s recipients have been recognized for their work to address inequities in a variety of areas including mental, behavioral, and physical health, food insecurity, and support for rural and underserved communities.
New program aims to help Kentuckians live FREE from addiction
The grant program is a partnership between the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky and the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services.