Grant Guidelines
The Mr. and Mrs. P.A. Woodward’s Foundation is dedicated to advancing healthcare and improving the lives of British Columbians. To ensure our funding is impactful and sustainable, 60% of our annual grants are allocated to Core Funding initiatives, with the remaining 40% directed toward Step-Change projects.
We prioritize underserved communities, particularly those outside the Greater Vancouver area, to help equalize access to healthcare resources. Additionally, we strive to support charities with limited funding and capacity, recognizing their challenges in securing much-needed donations.
Core Program Funding
The P.A. Woodward Foundation is dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of British Columbians by supporting projects with a direct and measurable impact on patient care. Guided by the Founders’ vision to prioritize proven and innovative techniques over fundamental research or administration, the Foundation focuses on:
Funding medical equipment of proven effectiveness that directly benefits patients.
Supporting clinical activities that drive meaningful change and improve patient outcomes.
Advancing healthcare programs through the procurement of new equipment that will improve and advance care, as opposed to simply replacing equipment.
The Foundation generally does not fund:
Routine operational budgets
Basic science research unrelated to patient care
Conferences or annual meetings (or travel to the same)
Endowments
Capital building costs or renovations
Step-Change Program Funding
The Step-Change Program focuses on innovative approaches to healthcare delivery and access with the potential to transform systems and create lasting, meaningful change. Applications are evaluated based on their potential for direct patient impact and outcomes.
We are particularly interested in projects that demonstrate a high likelihood of success and introduce creative, forward-thinking solutions. Areas of focus include:
Revolutionary Technologies and Cutting-Edge Treatments: Advancements that enhance diagnostics, treatment, or healthcare access.
Innovative Delivery Models: Initiatives like telemedicine, mobile clinics, or community-based health programs that improve access to care.
Breakthrough Healthcare Models: Solutions inspired by global best practices or developed locally within British Columbia or Canada to increase access and improve outcomes.
The Step-Change Program is designed to fund projects that go beyond short-term fixes and aim to create long-lasting improvements in healthcare systems.
