Flaget Memorial awards grants to three organizations for wellness initiatives
Flaget Memorial Hospital in Bardstown, Kentucky, awarded nearly $60,000 in grants to three local organizations to support well-being and health equity in the Bardstown area, according to a Mar. 10 press release from CHI St. Joseph Health.
The grants are part of the CommonSpirit Community Health Improvement program and aim to address community needs through education, nature-based experiences, and support for seniors and individuals with disabilities. The UP Foundation received $19,500 to provide families with education on wellness, nutrition, and exercise. The Isaac W. Bernheim Foundation was also awarded $19,500 for its immersive nature-based field trips designed for Nelson County students. Additionally, the Loretto Living Center at the Loretto Motherhouse received $19,500 for programming that serves resident seniors and people with disabilities.
Jennifer Nolan, president of Flaget Memorial Hospital, said: “At St. Joseph, we are committed to a healthier future for all and to addressing the unique needs of our neighbors. Our mission calls out a special focus on serving the vulnerable, and the work of these incredible organizations is essential in advancing well-being and health equity across the area.”
Flaget Memorial is part of St. Joseph Health system which operates at 100 locations across 20 counties in Kentucky.
The Archdiocese of Louisville promotes Catholic spiritual development and supports community outreach through its various ministries according to the official website. It maintains archives that safeguard historical documents from its institutions and clergy according to the official website. The Archdiocese aligns with the Roman Catholic Church as an ecclesiastical territory according to the official website and aims to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ while advancing justice and compassion according to the official website. It operates under guidance from its Archbishop along with consultative groups such as the College of Consultors and Pastoral Council according to the official website, providing pastoral care across central Kentucky parishes according to the official website.
These recent grants reflect ongoing efforts by Catholic institutions in Kentucky both within healthcare settings like Flaget Memorial Hospital and through broader outreach by organizations such as those supported by the Archdiocese.
