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Protecting Medicaid Is Essential for Millions of People on Medicare

Medicare is a vital health insurance program if you’re an older adult or have a disability. When you turn 65, you become eligible for the original federal health care program…

Recently Awarded Grants

Health Foundation Awards New Grants in First Quarter of 2025

In the first quarter of 2025, the Health Foundation for Western & Central New York invested in partnerships and programs to advance racial and socioeconomic health equity in western and…

Slashing Medicaid Would Unravel the Health Safety Net

Picture a 79-year-old widow on a fixed income who needs round-the-clock care for her Type 1 diabetes and a few other chronic health conditions. Or a 30-something couple with three…

Rural Health on the Hill: Collaborating for Powerful Advocacy

At a time when members of the nonprofit community are facing uncertainty and upheaval, collaborating to advocate for our shared values and goals is more important than ever. At the…

Accelerate Community Transportation

RFP Now Open: Accelerate Community Transportation

The Health Foundation for Western & Central New York and ITNAmerica are now accepting proposals for Accelerate Community Transportation (ACT), a new program and funding opportunity for organizations who are working on, or planning to work…