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Our mission is to

improve the health of all Kansans

We envision a culture where every Kansan can make healthy choices in their daily lives.

Strategic framework

We are committed to improving the health of all Kansans and to best do that, we've outlined a three-part purpose statement and six key strategies to achieve this goal.

Three-Part Purpose Statement

We aim to help Kansas lead the nation in health, eliminate health disparities, and be THE model for philanthropic impact.

Six Key Strategies

We will focus on supporting institutions, empowering partners, mobilizing those in authority, fostering a health-centric ecosystem, aligning resources, and cultivating an impactful culture.

Our Initiatives

Latest News

News Leading Health Book

New Book Aims to Mobilize Kansans to Tackle State’s Declining Health Rankings

New Book Aims to Mobilize Kansans ...

The Kansas Health Foundation has a bold vision to make Kansas the healthiest state in the nation.

10/01/2025

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News Civic Life

KHF invites Kansans to share their ideas on promoting upward mobility

KHF invites Kansans to share their...

The Kansas Health Foundation invites all Kansans to participate in the “Wish Well” and share their “wish” for someone struggling to make ends meet.

08/12/2025

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News Hunger

Kansas nonprofits selected to receive mini grants for launching projects to combat hunger and food insecurity

Kansas nonprofits selected to rece...

Eighty-seven nonprofit organizations across Kansas will receive mini grants for as much as $5,000 to fund their innovative ideas for combating hunger and food insecurity.

07/09/2025

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Our Team

Different backgrounds. Various strengths. A wide range of viewpoints. But, all working toward the common purpose of empowering Kansas to lead the nation in health. Whether board members, staff members, or members of different advisory groups, everyone in the KHF family is dedicated toward improving health in this state we call home.

Editors Picks (From the Blog)

Blog Leading Health Book

The Economic Argument for Health

The Economic Argument for Health

Economic status is one of the key determinants of health. The better our economic status, the better our health. The reverse is also true.

Ed O’Malley

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11/05/2025

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Blog People

The Measure of a Mentor: A Tribute to Don Stewart

The Measure of a Mentor: A Tribute...

We pay tribute to the late Don Stewart, an instrumental figure in the history of the Kansas Health Foundation.

Chase Willhite

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10/30/2025

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Tell Powerful, Authentic Stories

Tell Powerful, Authentic Stories

Visual storytelling—or telling stories through photos, videos and other non-text elements—is a powerful way to convey your message. 

Roman Galloway

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10/30/2025

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Blog Strategy

HealthRise 2025 Provides Model, Challenge for Bold Collaboration

HealthRise 2025 Provides Model, Ch...

HealthRise 2025 was an opportunity to share about bold collaboration in Kansas.

Chase Willhite

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09/30/2025

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Why It’s Important to Support Your Fellow Nonprofits

Why It’s Important to Support Yo...

One of the best ways to support other nonprofits is to share your strengths, help make connections and collaborate.

Candace Malone

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08/27/2025

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