How we support structural change
Program Descriptions
Collective Wellness Grant
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Grant Eligibility & Alignment
Applicants that meet our eligibility guidelines, as well as grant-specific criteria, will be considered for funding.
Application Process & Timeline
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Deadline for completed applications (cover page, application, Action Plan and Budget) submitted in Temelio.
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Applications reviewed by Initiative staff.
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Recommended applications presented to the Board of Trustees for review and award decisions.
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Applicants notified about award decisions.
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Grant award documents sent.
How it Works
Tiered Funding Structure
Tiered funding ensures that organizations of all sizes—including small rural school districts, single-county ESDs, and larger community colleges—can access meaningful resources. Organizations request only what their action plan requires and are not obligated to draw the maximum award.
Tier 1
Maximum Award (3 Years)
TIERS
1–74 employees
$125,000
Organization Size
Tier 2
75–299 employees
$175,000
Tier 3
300–999 employees
$250,000
Tier 4
1,000+ employees
$350,000
Three-Year Grant Cycle
Year one
Funding Disbursement
Key Grantee Activities
Needs assessment, stakeholder engagement, action plan activation, pre-survey baseline, onboarding
Up to 50% of total award
Year TWO
Active strategy implementation, snapshot survey, TA check-in, adaptation, Journey to Wellness conference
Up to 30% of total award
Year THREE
Embedding practices institutionally, post-survey, sustainability planning, lessons-learned documentation
Up to 20% of total award
Unspent funds over $1,000 are returned to the Initiative at the close of the grant cycle; amounts under $1,000 may be retained by the grantee to sustain wellness efforts. Annual budgets are submitted and reviewed by program staff before each disbursement to ensure alignment with the approved action plan.
Application Resources
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Menu of Strategies
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Action plan for each pillar
Mental and Emotional Health
Career and Financial Well-Being
Equity-Centered Culture Shift
Physical Health
Connection and Community Building
Need additional help?
Contact the Senior Grants Manager, Asta, for additional help, asta@oeawellness.org.
