Healthy Beginnings (Discontinued)

About this program (historical reference)

Historical funding: $10,000 - $100,000

Prior eligibility: Colorado 501(c)(3) nonprofits, school districts, and local government agencies.

Healthy Beginnings is a grant from Caring for Colorado Foundation that funds programs supporting maternal and child health, early childhood development, and access to health care for Colorado's youngest residents. The program prioritizes evidence-based interventions that improve health outcomes for children from birth through age five, particularly in underserved communities. Eligible applicants are Colorado nonprofits, government entities, and health organizations with programs addressing prenatal care, infant and toddler health, developmental screening, and family support services. Caring for Colorado emphasizes health equity and community-led approaches.

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