Culture of Health Leaders Program

Posted by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation on March 14, 2016

RWJF Seeks Applications for Culture of Health Leaders Program

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is seeking applications for its Culture of Health Leaders program, which aims to develop a large cadre of leaders from diverse sectors (e.g., public policy, business, technology, community development and planning, education, transportation, public health, health care, and others) to work with organizations, communities, health systems, and policy makers to build a Culture of Health in America.

Over the course of the three-year program, each cohort of leaders will complete a leadership development curriculum, as well as individual and collaborative projects, that support the kinds of cultural shifts at the local, state, and national levels necessary for all people to have opportunities to achieve their best possible health and well-being.

The program will select up to fifty leaders for the 2016 cohort. Each leader will be awarded up to $20,000 per year for three years (a total of up to $60,000), as well as additional project funds, to support their participation in the program and project-related activities. To facilitate their participation in the program, eaders may also be eligible to receive additional financial support, if needed, through hardship and/or opportunity funds.

Individual and team applicants should represent a variety of sectors, including corporations and Chambers of Commerce; public health, transportation, education, housing, and environmental protection agencies; and nonprofit organizations (academia, community-based nonprofits, and faith-based organizations); and/or public benefit corporations and social enterprises. Applicants can apply as individuals or as emerging or established multisector team (up to four people per team). Team applicants should represent several different sectors that can have an impact on health and well-being.

The foundation is hosting an informational webinar for prospective applicants on March 24, 2016, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (EST). Registration is required.

See the RWJF website for complete program guidelines, an FAQ, and application instructions

DEADLINE: APRIL 19, 2016

http://www.rwjf.org/en/library/funding-opportunities/2016/culture-of-health-leaders.html