Lizeth Fowler, M.S., M.P.A.
systemsforaction@uky.edu

This program provides grants for research on the implementation and impact of mechanisms to align the multiple delivery and financing systems supporting a Culture of Health. Studies should include a focus on health equity by examining the ability of system alignment mechanisms to assure all have the opportunity to achieve their full health potential, and to ensure no one is disadvantaged from achieving this potential because of social position or circumstance. A graphic showing specific research focus areas is available in the application instructions.

Projects should:

• Focus on solutions to high-priority system alignment problems that involve medical, social, and public health services
• Test the effectiveness of these solutions using rigorous scientific methods
• Engage stakeholders from medical, social, and public health systems in the design and conduct of the research, so that findings can be readily used in practice

Eligible applicants are public entities or 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations based in the United States or its territories.

Award ceiling: $250,000
Project period: 2 years
Estimated number of awards: 6

Links to application instructions and the online grant portal are available on the program website.