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Building A Healthy Community

A healthier future begins with a community that cares.

Across Greenville County, meaningful change is happening — one partnership, one program, and one neighborhood at a time. Through strategic investments and trusted partnerships, the Greenville Health Authority is strengthening the organizations that serve our residents where they live, learn, and grow.

Through our Healthy Greenville and Healthy Greenville, Too! grant initiatives, Greenville Health Authority invests in organizations that are strengthening access to care, advancing health equity, and helping communities thrive. From mental wellness programs and school-based support to community health hubs and education initiatives, each grantee story reflects a shared commitment to improving quality of life throughout our county.


Grantee Stories of Impact

Explore the stories of your neighbors, schools, and local organizations to see how local partnerships are turning support into lasting change for a stronger and healthier Greenville.

  • Julie Valentine Center addresses Mental Health Impacts

    2025 Healthy Greenville Grant – GHA awarded the Julie Valentine Center $996,000 to address the Mental Health Impacts of Child Abuse/Sexual Assault. The Julie Valentine Center in Greenville, South Carolina, is a pioneering organization addressing mental health impacts for child and adult survivors of abuse and sexual assault. The center provides comprehensive, free trauma-focused mental health services including individual and group therapy using evidence-based treatments. As the first Rape Crisis…

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  • Greenville County Schools provide School-Based Mental Health Access

    Greenville County Schools was awarded a 2025 Healthy Greenville Grant of $483,000. This grant supports School-Based Mental Health Access and Services ensuring unprecedented access, ubiquitous consistency, and immediate emphasis on early intervention. By fortifying support systems, it will transform student well-being and establish an accountable, sustainable model for mental health care in schools. GHA is proud to support Greenville County Schools See less

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  • Meal on Wheels extends appreciation for grant

    Last week, Meals on Wheels Greenville presented Greenville Health Authority with an appreciation gift in recognition of the $500,000 Healthy Greenville Grant to help fund the new facility designed to maximize efficiency and service opportunities. The wooden spoon is reflective of the donor wall at MOW’s new facility. GHA is incredibly proud to support MOW Greenville and the work they do to address the growing issue of hunger and lack…

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  • Slater-Marietta Community Association

    2025 Healthy Greenville, Too Grant – GHA awarded a $5,000 grant to the Slater-Marietta Community Association to support its Farmers Market, which brings fresh produce, local makers, and health education to the Slater Marietta community and beyond. They work with farmers, nonprofits, and community members to provide health and wellness to the community. GHA is proud to support the Slater Marietta Community Association! Learn more at https://www.slater-marietta.org/events/farmers-market….

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  • The Children’ Museum

    The Children’s Museum of the Upstate received a 2025 Healthy Greenville, Too grant of $5,000 for its “Breaking Barriers” program! TCMU’s innovative, hands-on exhibits and research-based programming foster inclusive, play-based learning experiences that bridge gaps in early childhood education across Greenville County. The “Breaking Barriers” program ensures all children can benefit from learning advantages through equitable museum access for Greenville children and families, where financial barriers may make it difficult…

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Be Part of a Healthier Greenville

Whether you represent an organization serving Greenville County, are interested in applying for funding, or want to follow the impact of community-based solutions in action, we invite you to stay connected and get involved.

Learn how Healthy Greenville and Healthy Greenville, Too! support transformative programs across the community.