As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all.
— CommonSpirit Health Mission Statement
CommonSpirit Health Foundation is the philanthropic engine that fuels our mission to make health equity a reality across the country — through innovative programs that ensure greater access to care, create community partnerships and participation, and advocate for those who are vulnerable.
Unjust health disparities have a direct impact on health. For example, a disproportionate number of people of color are far more likely to have chronic health conditions like diabetes, obesity, asthma and hypertension due to inequities such as limited access to health insurance, safe housing, or even quality food.
Getting and staying healthy is not limited to what happens inside the doctor's office or hospital. Where you live, learn, work, play and pray affects your health and that of those around you. Having shelter, financial stability, access to equitable health care and a community support system all contribute to our ability to thrive.
The national foundation was formed shortly after CommonSpirit was created by the combination of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health as a single ministry in early 2019. As the philanthropic arm of one of the nation's largest health systems, representing some of the most diverse communities across America, CommonSpirit Health Foundation empowers our supporters — individuals, families, employees, corporations and foundations — to put our mission in motion.
Our supporters walk alongside our healing ministry, partnering with the national foundation to advance our mission by investing in our initiatives such as:
• Behavioral and Mental Health
• Healthier Communities
• Lloyd H. Dean Institute for Humankindness & Health Justice
• More in Common Alliance
• Violence Prevention & Human Trafficking Response
We are committed to a mission of serving all people, especially those who are vulnerable. Philanthropic contributions provide critical resources to strengthen our range of community health and research programs that address the root causes of poor health such as access to quality care, affordable housing, safe neighborhoods, and a healthy environment.
A letter from the foundation president...
Dear friends,
As President of CommonSpirit Health Foundation, I have the great honor of seeing humankindness in action.
Working alongside our national board of directors and donors, I have learned that philanthropy is not only a highly effective way to further our mission to improve the lives of the people we serve — it is also a way in which you can find meaning and fulfillment. That has certainly been the case for me.
As the fundraising arm for one of the largest health systems in the country, our national foundation is at the vanguard of connecting passion with purpose. With our 20-state footprint stretching from Georgia to Washington, we are uniquely able to partner with donors and funders to address the root causes of some of the most intractable issues that impact the health of our communities.
Simply put, when you make a philanthropic investment with CommonSpirit Health Foundation, you enable us to do more good.
We are deeply passionate about promoting equitable access to healthcare for all individuals, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Thanks to your generosity, we continue to make significant strides to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities. Together, we have implemented initiatives aimed at addressing the social determinants of health, expanded access to healthcare services and empowered underserved communities to lead healthier lives.
Thank you for your unwavering dedication to our shared mission. I am grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with you and look forward to the continued success of our partnership.
Gratefully,
Nancy Bussani
Executive Vice President and
Chief Philanthropy Officer
President, CommonSpirit Health Foundation