About Us
Knapp Community Care Foundation is a private foundation investing in the deep south Texas Mid-Valley community. We were created in 2013 when the nonprofit hospital, Knapp Medical Center, was acquired by the nonprofit Prime Healthcare Services Foundation. As a healthcare conversion private foundation, we are required by law to invest our assets in charitable purposes similar to those of the original nonprofit entity. We are location-based, and our grant-making may only be for the benefit of Mid-Valley families.
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In 2014, we began making grant distributions to fund nonprofit organizations that impact, improve, and sustain the long-term health of residents in our communities. Since then, the Foundation has awarded $49 million in grant funding to partner organizations.
Our Mission
To improve the health of
Mid-Valley families.
Our Guiding Principles
ORGANIZATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY
We believe organizational strengthening is critical for sustainability. We invest in continuous learning for our staff and board, and we support our nonprofit partners by investing in capacity building.
STRATEGY
MINDSET
We are diligent in anticipating and responding to the needs of our community. We are forward-thinking, responsive, and nimble in our grant-making.
COLLABORATION
We value relationships that promote dialogue, encourage partnership, and move toward asset-based solutions, where all stakeholders have a voice.
COMMUNITY
We foster belonging, challenge ourselves to be better, celebrate success, and learn from one another.
Partner Spotlight
Weslaco ISD
With the support of a grant from Knapp Community Care Foundation, Weslaco High School students are maintaining and making improvements to Gibson Park for families and children to enjoy.
