PacificSource Foundation
for Health Improvement
Promoting health equity since 1992
About the Foundation
The PacificSource Foundation for Health Improvement is an independent, private foundation. We are focused on finding ways to improve access to high-quality healthcare for everyone—with an emphasis on building resilience and helping underserved and vulnerable populations. We serve communities throughout Idaho, Montana, and Oregon.
Equity Statement
We believe everyone should have opportunities for a healthy life and community—regardless of resources, circumstances, or identity. We seek to advance equity, honor diversity, and foster inclusion throughout our work. This, in alignment with our values, enables us to learn from, collaborate with, and foster the inherent power of the communities with which we partner.
Eligibility & Funding Guidelines
Types of organizations: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations or meet IRS requirements for a tax-exempt organization.
Grant size and duration: Awards typically range from $10,000 to $50,000, but there is no firm limit. We are currently accepting one-year grant requests. Organizations may apply once per year and must not have another active grant.
Limitations: The Foundation does not fund proposals that are faith-based or aimed at research, art, politics, or advocacy. Additionally, we do not sponsor events or provide funding for capital campaigns or brick-and-mortar needs. We will consider requests for funding key equipment and expanding capacity to programs and staffing.
Grant funding priorities
Our primary aim: Advancing health equity through strategies that increase access to healthcare and eliminate health disparities for marginalized people and communities.
Access to healthcare services for vulnerable and underserved populations through direct healthcare services or indirect support.
To promote access, the Foundation also sponsors the Priscilla Gould Healthcare Access Partners (HcAP) Program. This is a multi-year funding program for community-supported clinics and healthcare safety net providers. The program's eligibility requires at least three years of positive experience with the Foundation. Applications are by invitation only.
Prevention of health inequities through clinical and community-driven solutions, including interventions that advance equity and improve the health and well-being of those experiencing health disparities.
Examples include infant and maternal health; early childhood and parent education; supportive housing (program, not capital); nutrition access and education, building resilience, and more.
Please download and review the application guidelines for more details and examples.
Grant application process
1. Submit a letter of intent (LOI).
- Log in to our online grant portal or create a new account (click button below).
- Click the “Apply” icon from the top bar.
- Click the “Apply” button next to “2026 PacificSource Foundation Grants.”
2. If invited, submit application.
We extend invitations on a rolling basis. Depending on the timing of your submission, the LOI review process can take 3-4 months.
3. Await notification.
We will communicate application outcomes directly to the applicant. If awarded, grant payment can take 6–8 weeks. A W-9 and Electronic Funds Transfer form will be requested during the grant notification process.
2026 Grant Cycles
Dates are subject to change. Changes will be communicated to active participants.
Winter cycle
LOI deadline: January 23
Application window: February 9–20
Notification: Mid-April
Spring cycle
LOI deadline: April 24
Application window: May 11–22
Notification: Mid-July
Summer cycle
LOI deadline: July 24
Application window: August 10–21
Notification: Mid-October
Contact us
Marian Blankenship
Foundation Executive Director
CharitableFoundation@PacificSource.com
541-684-5221, 800-624-6052
Amanda Adams
Foundation Program Manager
Amanda.Adams@PacificSource.com
541-225-3768
TTY: 711 (we accept all relay calls)