Sutter Health Plus Supports Nonprofit Organizations in Underserved Communities
Donation to St. Hope Academy. Left to right: Jake Mossawir; Georgia West; Stephanie Walton; Tracy Messineo
As a local not-for-profit HMO, Sutter Health Plus supports the overall health and wellness of the community it serves. In 2016, the health plan is donating $330,000 to 10 organizations in Northern California, ranging from health centers delivering primary care to the underserved community, to an environmental science camp for elementary school students. Recipients include:
- Angels for Hearts
- Center for Healthcare Decisions
- Cristo Rey High School
- LaFamilia Counseling Center
- Nightingale Project Medical Respite Shelter
- Shady Creek Outdoor Education Foundation’s Fit Quest Program
- St. Hope Academy
- Street Level Health Project
- The HEAL Project
- WellSpace Health Mobile Clinic
“We are honored to support organizations that help improve the health and well-being of our communities,” says Monica Majors, vice president of sales and marketing. “Our goal is to help provide quality medical care and educational activities promoting a healthy lifestyle.”
Since 2013, Sutter Health Plus has invested $697,000 in community health organizations and programs. Other recipients from 2013-2015 include:
- Center for Human Services
- Community Partnership for Families of San Joaquin
- Promotoras Program
- Sacramento Covered
- Stockton Health Careers Academy
- United Way of Stanislaus County CHEF Nutrition Program