The healthcare coverage divide refers to the disparity in access to affordable, quality healthcare services among different populations, often influenced by factors such as socioeconomic status, geographic location and racial or ethnic backgrounds.
This coverage gap results in significant portions of the population being uninsured or underinsured, which means they may delay or forgo necessary medical care due to cost concerns. Statistically, individuals without adequate coverage are more likely to experience higher rates of chronic diseases and preventable conditions, which in turn leads to increased healthcare costs for everyone.
The REACH Healthcare Foundation awards grants that increase enrollment assistance and bridge the coverage gap. So far, we’ve awarded $300,000 in grant money across eight organizations that provide health coverage and public benefits.
The Kansas Assistance Network is a REACH Healthcare Foundation grantee providing enrollment assistance to underserved populations, including non-English speaking demographics and low-wage workers.
The REACH Foundation focuses its community investments in three outcome areas that support the foundation’s aim of achieving equitable health outcomes by removing barriers to health coverage and care. These outcomes are defined through a set of strategies that drive our work, partnerships and where we invest.
The foundation places additional emphasis on the health access and care needs of populations that are consistently underserved, including immigrants, refugees, youth transitioning out of foster care, and homeless youth and adults. Together, the outcomes, strategies and priority populations frame our foundation’s strategic plan.
