The Independent Physicians of the Quad Cities Fund is looking for local non-profit organizations that are seeking funding for projects designed to improve public health in the Greater Quad Cities area.  Grants of up to $5,000 are available.  Grants will be awarded based on how the program to be supported makes an impact on public health. 

Grant applications will be evaluated upon the following criteria:

• Program monitors health status to identify community problems
• Program informs, educates, and empowers people about health issues
• Program links people to needed personal health services
• Program assures a competent public health and personal health care workforce
• Research for new insights and innovative solutions to health problems