Forging Partnerships

Partner

U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Shared Goal

Increase health EQUITY by building the capacity of disproportionately impacted communities to respond to COVID-19 and future health issues.

Investment

$3.3 million cooperative agreement grant to strengthen 10 communitybased organizations serving the areas of Seattle, Washington; New York City, New York; Northern California; Southern California; and all islands in Hawaii. This grant addressed the unique needs, strengths, and preferences of members of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19, such as disproportionately affected essential workers, multigenerational households, and people with diabetes.