Mother Cabrini Health Foundation

On March 31, 1889, Frances Xavier Cabrini arrived in New York to serve people facing poverty, illness, and discrimination. She went on to establish 67 hospitals, orphanages, and schools across the country. In 1946, she became the first American citizen to be canonized as a saint, recognized for a life defined by service and action.   That legacy lives on through the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation. To date, we have invested more than $1.2 billion across New York State to expand access to health care, strengthen the healthcare workforce, support mental and behavioral health, and meet basic needs—carrying forward Mother Cabrini’s belief that dignity demands action. Together, we are building a healthier New York for all.   #MotherCabriniHealthFoundation #MotherCabrini #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHistory

The next step toward a healthier New York starts here.   The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation is accepting Letters of Inquiry from Monday, March 30 through Thursday, April 23 for our Program Areas: - Access to Healthcare - Basic Needs - Healthcare Workforce - Mental & Behavioral Health - General Fund   We invite nonprofits and community-based organizations working to improve the  health and well-being of vulnerable New Yorkers to apply through the Program that best aligns with their mission, vision and impact.   Our grantmaking supports efforts that expand access to care, address essential needs and social determinants of health, strengthen the healthcare workforce, and improve mental and behavioral health outcomes across New York State. If your organization is driving meaningful change for communities in need, we want to hear from you.   Learn more about our Program Areas, application process, and see our full list of FAQs: https://lnkd.in/dTKBvUbv   Register for our Applicant Webinar on April 7, 2026: https://lnkd.in/dQZu7CQr   Thank you for your commitment to building a healthier, more equitable New York.     #Philanthropy #HealthEquity #NewYorkNonProfits

Did you know that today is Health Workforce Well‑Being Day? We salute the National Academy of Medicine for advancing this movement grounded in evidence, action, and the belief that a workforce that is valued and supported is foundational to quality care, patient safety, and community health.  Through our Health Workforce investments, the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation partners with organizations all across New York to improve workplace conditions, build career pathways, reduce burnout, improve retention, and expand access to mental health support for home care workers, allied health professionals, nurses, and clinicians. This work centers on what health workers themselves tell us they need: leadership development, trauma‑informed training, mentorship, career ladders, and wraparound support like childcare, transportation, and evidence‑based mental health programs — particularly in high‑stress and high‑need settings.  These are not one‑off solutions. They are system‑level strategies that create healthier environments where essential health care professionals can stay, grow, and thrive. Learn more: nam.edu/HWWBDay Our Nursing Initiative: https://lnkd.in/gQK2-Yiq #HWWBDay #HealthcareWorkforce #HealthEquity #CommunityHealth #Philanthropy

Being at Xavier University of Louisiana during Women’s History Month added a powerful layer of meaning to the 19th Conference on Improving Health Outcomes – especially while hearing our Foundation’s EVP Channon Lucas deliver her presentation, “Beyond the Grant: A Foundation’s Investment in Community Engagement and Partnership to Improve Health Access.” Xavier’s very existence is a testament to the vision of Saint Katharine Drexel, who built educational institutions to expand opportunity for communities long denied. Sitting in a university shaped by her legacy, and listening to Channon speak about the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation—named for Mother Frances Xavier Cabrini, Drexel’s contemporary and a fellow architect of institutions serving immigrants and other underserved communities—created a striking historical continuum. These two women, separated by geography but united in purpose, showed what it looks like to turn conviction into action. Their lives remind us that service, persistence, and faith can build structures that outlast any single moment. Channon’s remarks echoed that truth. By framing of this moment as a “crucible,” she underscored that philanthropy must stretch far beyond grantmaking. Foundations are being called to serve as conveners, connectors, and long-term partners—rooted in community engagement as the bedrock of health equity and trust. Grateful for the dialogue, the setting, and the ongoing challenge to think—and act—beyond the grant. #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInPhilanthropy #HealthEquity #CommunityHealth #Philanthropy #MotherCabrini #XavierUniversity

This Women’s History Month, we honor the extraordinary legacy of Frances Xavier Cabrini – better known as Mother Cabrini – an immigrant, educator, and the first American citizen to be canonized. Born in Italy and arriving in the US in 1889, she dedicated her life to serving immigrants, children, and families who had been pushed to the margins. She founded schools, hospitals, and social service institutions across the country – acts rooted in her unwavering belief in compassion, justice, dignity, and the transformative power of service. Her leadership was bold. Her courage was relentless. And her mission – to uplift those most in need – continues to inspire generations and the work of our Foundation.  Carrying forward her legacy, we celebrate the women who advance continue this work today - especially the remarkable women of our Foundation and those serving communities across New York State. From essential workers and teachers, to caregivers, advocates, and leaders in every field, these changemakers embody the same spirit of service and purpose that Mother Cabrini championed. This month, and always, uplift the women whose strength, compassion, vision and service move our communities forward. Their impact is lasting, their contributions, invaluable, and their stories a powerful reminder that women are – and always have been – at the heart of meaningful change. #WomensHistoryMonth #BoldAndCourageous #MotherCabrini #WomenWhoLead #Changemakers #ServiceInAction #NewYorkState 

From Buffalo to Long Island, our 2025 investments reached every economic impact region of New York State—supporting healthier families, stronger neighborhoods, and brighter futures. These grants represent more than funding. They reflect partnerships rooted in dignity, access, and community-driven solutions to hunger and health inequities.  📍 Explore our 2025 Impact Report to learn more about how we support communities statewide: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/esEcCgRA #CommunityImpact #HealthEquity #EmpathyInAction #NewYorkNonprofits #ChildhoodNutrition 

Childhood hunger has lifelong consequences—and solving it requires more than calories. It requires dignity, access, and culturally responsive care. Our 2025 Impact Report includes a special feature on childhood nutrition, exploring the causes of hunger, its impact on learning and health, and the solutions helping children start life strong. 📘 Read the special feature: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eAsY-5mg  #CommunityImpact #HealthEquity #EmpathyInAction #NewYorkNonprofits #ChildhoodNutrition 

We want to hear from you: What is the greatest issue facing New Yorkers? At the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation, our grantmaking responds to the challenges New Yorkers face every day. In urban areas, rural communities and underserved neighborhoods, no single issue stands alone and each investment is designed to advance a healthier, more equitable future across the state.    In 2026, we awarded 399 grants totaling over $142 million to New York organizations, reinforcing the systems and workforce that will support New Yorkers’ health and dignity for years to come.  Learn more at cabrinihealth.org   #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #AccessToCare #InvestInDignity

Our 2025 Impact Report marks an important milestone: over $1 billion invested in New York communities since 2019. In his message, CEO Monsignor Gregory Mustaciuolo reflects on the progress made, and the responsibility that remains, to ensure every New Yorker has access to the care, nutrition, and support they deserve. This moment is about more than growth. It’s about deepening our commitment to equity, dignity, and lasting impact. 📘 Read his message and visit our full 2025 Impact Report here: https://lnkd.in/eY9JezkU #CommunityImpact #HealthEquity #EmpathyInAction #NewYorkNonprofits #ChildhoodNutrition

📘 Here it is! Our 2025 Impact Report: Childhood Nutrition Special Edition highlights how our grantee partners are strengthening systems of care, addressing childhood hunger, and building brighter futures statewide. In 2025, we reached a powerful milestone—more than $1 billion in grants awarded since 2019, including $208 million in the past year alone. Since our inception, we have also awarded over $94 million to advance food & nutrition initiatives. These aren’t just numbers. They represent children growing stronger, families finding stability, and communities across New York gaining the support they deserve.   Explore the full report: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eY9JezkU #CommunityImpact #HealthEquity #EmpathyInAction #NewYorkNonprofits