HEALTH FIRST INC

Rockledge, FL, US
501(c)3
EIN
59-3528774
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Rockledge, FL, US
501(c)3
EIN
59-3528774

Overview

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Est.

1998

Fiscal Year Start

Oct 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker

AI Summary

HEALTH FIRST INC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $1.2 million in grants paid in 2019 to five grantees, the organization does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

WE EXIST TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELLNESS OF THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE.
Total Funding Given

$1.2M

2019
Grantees funded
5
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

4

Median 1st year grant
$147K
Median 2nd year grant
$262.8K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
L
Larry S Bishop MD
Board Member
J
James C Shaw
Board Member
R
Robert K Henry
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HEALTH FIRST INC?
No. HEALTH FIRST INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HEALTH FIRST INC give?
HEALTH FIRST INC primarily gives to organizations located in Florida. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are HEALTH FIRST INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HEALTH FIRST INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $147 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HEALTH FIRST INC make each year?
In 2019, HEALTH FIRST INC awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $1.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HEALTH FIRST INC fund recently?
In 2025, HEALTH FIRST INC awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include HOLMES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC, CAPE CANAVERAL HOSPITAL INC, and HEALTH FIRST SHARED SERVICES INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HEALTH FIRST INC?
HEALTH FIRST INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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