Reverend Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D. Bishop | Archdiocese of Louisville

Leaders from CHI Saint Joseph Health and Flaget Memorial Hospital have distributed $29,500 in grants to two non-profit organizations serving Nelson County. The Basilica of St. Joseph Proto-Cathedral’s St. Vincent de Paul Outreach Ministries received a $10,000 grant for its food pantry and to provide food safety, nutrition, and cooking classes to low-income individuals in the area.

“Nelson County’s food insecure neighbors need access to nutritious foods,” said Chris Hovan, executive director of St. Vincent de Paul Outreach Ministries. “The Bread for Life Community Food Pantry is excited to again partner with CHI Saint Joseph Health in providing produce, proteins and other nutritious foods to our vulnerable neighbors.”

The Isaac W. Bernheim Foundation was awarded $19,500 to support its efforts in providing students with access to outdoor spaces and education about healthy food.

In total, CHI has allocated more than $493,910 across Kentucky through these grants aimed at addressing issues such as substance use disorders, mental health, physical activity, and nutrition.

CHI Saint Joseph Health and Flaget Memorial Hospital are affiliated with CommonSpirit Health, which was established in 2019. These grants are part of the CommonSpirit Health Community Health Improvement Grants program.