The Barton Foundation has $50,000 in grant funding to award to entities that will improve community health.

Barton Health provides funds for programs and organizations that positively impact the health of the South Lake Tahoe community. Projects and programs that address mental health, substance abuse, and access to healthcare services will be the priority.

These three issues were identified as the most pressing health needs in South Lake Tahoe’s 2015 Community Health Needs Assessment. Grant proposals addressing one or more of these top three priorities will be accepted until June 30.

Government agencies, non-profits, and schools, are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to programs that benefit underserved populations. Grant recipients will be notified in September and awards will be distributed at the annual Philanthropy Day Celebration on Nov. 4.

Additional grant criteria and the application are available online.