Community Benefit Grant Program

In addition to providing high-quality medical care, El Camino Health commits resources for community health promotion and disease prevention, particularly to support community members when they experience vulnerability and health challenges. Through our Community Benefit Program, grants and sponsorships are awarded to programs that meet the specific needs of our local population.

Eligible Programs

Eligible organizations include nonprofits, government-sponsored health programs, school districts, community service agencies, safety net clinics and community-based organizations with a history of service to local residents. To qualify for funding, programs must address a health need within one of the following five funding priorities in the 2025 Community Health needs Assessment (CHNA):

• Healthcare Access & Delivery (including oral health)
• Behavioral Health (including domestic violence & trauma)
• Diabetes & Obesity
• Chronic Conditions (other than diabetes & obesity)
• Economic Stability (including food insecurity, housing & homelessness)

The CHNA is conducted every three years by El Camino Health in collaboration with other local health systems. More information on the 2025 CHNA will be made available in El Camino Health’s CHNA report which will be made publicly available by June 30, 2025. Please refer to the 2025 CHNA Executive Summary for more information.

Now Accepting Grant Applications for FY2026

El Camino Health is accepting applications for the FY2026 grant cycle. The FY2026 grant cycle spans July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. Grant notifications will occur in late June 2025. The FY2026 grant application is due Friday, February 28, 2025 by 5:00 p.m. (PST).

Apply Online

Download the FY2026 Grant Application Guide (PDF) for more information. The guide is a helpful tool to access, complete and submit the grant application. It also outlines funding priorities, eligibility and criteria to review before applying.

The 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment Executive Summary and the Implementation Strategy Report and Community Benefit Plan, FY2025, are also helpful resources when preparing an application.

The grant application uses an online platform. To start an application, follow the steps below.

Start a FY2026 Grant Application

FY2026 El Camino Health Application Virtual Information Session

Please join one of the two information sessions for an overview of the Community Health Needs Assessment, Implementation Strategy Report and Community Benefit Plan, and application highlights and logistics. Whether you are a new applicant or continuing partner, we encourage you to register, as there have been changes to this year’s application.

• Session 1: January 22, 2025 at 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PST - Register here
• Session 2: January 29, 2025 at 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. PST - Register here

A recorded version will be available for those unable to attend the live session.

If you have questions, please email us at CommunityBenefit_ECH@elcaminohealth.org.

Already started an application?

Use the account homepage to access and continue working on an in-progress application.

Continue or Complete an Application

El Camino Healthcare District Grants

The El Camino Healthcare District offers separate grant and sponsorship funds in support of programs that serve residents who live, work or go to school in the District. Please visit their website to learn how to apply for El Camino Healthcare District (ECHD) grants and sponsorships.

Applying for Sponsorship Funding

• Submit sponsorship request and any materials to Sponsorships.CommunityBenefit_@elcaminohealth.org
• Requestor will be notified of status within two business weeks
• Unless detailed in the request, please include the following information with your email: sponsorship levels and ad specifications
• Please include all deadlines