Special to 1808Delaware

The Delaware Public Health District’s (DPHD) Community Health Division has announced funding award winners for the 2024 Healthy Communities Micro Grant program. The micro grant program received twelve project proposals from different communities and organizations around the county that reflect the interests and goals of promoting healthy eating and active living in the county. 

“This year’s opportunity exceeded expectations, with substantial requests for funding that were far beyond the $25,000 in available funds,” said Josie Bonnette, DPHD Community Health Specialist. “Due to the limited funds and competitive project proposals, it took the volunteer review team, and the DPHD Community Health Division incredibly careful consideration to award the projects.”

Funded projects include:

Partner Awardee:Project Description:
Berkshire Township“QR F.I.T” Trail System
Boardman Arts ParkOutdoor Drinking Fountain
Grace Clinic of DelawareCommunity Garden
Kingston TownshipCommunity Park Amenities
Ohio State Parks FoundationAccessible Kayak Launch at Alum Creek State Park
Ostrander Youth Athletic AssociationPhase 2 Walking Trail
Oxford TownshipPet Waste Stations
Preservation Parks of Delaware CountyFLEX Trail Updates
Recreation Unlimited FoundationUniversal Adaptive Paddling Seats for Canoes

The micro grant program’s main purpose is to increase health equity by improving access to healthy foods and increasing engagement in physical activity through collaboration, partnerships, and community engagement with a goal of preventing and improving chronic diseases. The program also functions to further the mission of The Partnership for a Healthy Delaware County (The Partnership) in supporting the implementation of the 2023-2028 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), and subsequent Delaware County CHIP cycles.

For more information about the CHC program or ways to get involved with The Partnership or the Delaware County CHIP, please contact Josie Bonnette at JBonnette@delawarehealth.org.

Source: DPHD


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