Community Enhancement Award
As a long-standing member of the Baton Rouge community and one of the largest employers in the Baton Rouge area, Baton Rouge General recognizes the positive impact of non-profit organizations working to improve our community. That’s why we developed the Community Enhancement Award (CEA), a grant program that allows us to select and support large projects with significant, multi-year grants and allows us to focus on complex initiatives that align with our mission to restore and maintain health, one person at a time.
The CEA is intended for non-profit organizations seeking financial support to implement transformative and sustainable projects that benefit Baton Rouge area residents in one of the areas of focus below. Depending on the project needs, BRG will commit up to $50,000 for up to two years.
Social Determinants of Health
The social determinants of health are the conditions that shape the distribution of resources and income at global, local and national levels and are often responsible for differences in health within and between geographic regions. Examples include:
- Education
- Transportation
- Economic stability and development
- Availability of healthy foods
Quality of Place
The physical appearance and sense of character of the Baton Rouge community impacts the quality of life of our residents as well as our ability to attract new residents and businesses. Examples include:
- Economic development
- Workforce development
- Community revitalization
- Cultural enrichment
Population Health
Population health is the health of a group of individuals, including the distribution of health outcomes among the group. Examples include:
- Disease management
- Access to health services
- Health education
- Health improvement activities
- Health outcomes
