Spotlight on Grants - Saint Francis Foundation

The Saint Francis Foundation provides grants to Saint Francis Memorial Hospital, and to select community initiatives through the Tenderloin Health Improvement Partnership.

Over the last five years, the Foundation has made almost 300 grants totaling nearly $15 million. We only accept requests for grants through Hospital Administration or the Tenderloin Health Improvement Partnership (TLHIP) Leadership Team.

Mobile Patient Care Computer Stations

Saint Francis Memorial Hospital

Awarded: 2018

To purchase new mobile computer stations throughout the Hospital that enhance nursing interactions with their patients.

Cardiovascular 3D Ultrasound System

Saint Francis Memorial Hospital, Department of Cardiology

Awarded: 2018

To add a new, state-of-the-art ultrasound system in Cardiology. It will provide 3D capability to measure deformation of the heart muscle, an enhanced detection benefit for patients.

Gender Vocal Cord Surgery Equipment

Saint Francis Memorial Hospital

Awarded: 2018

To purchase specialized equipment for the Gender Institute dedicated to vocal cord surgery for transgender individuals.

Patient Handling Equipment

Saint Francis Memorial Hospital

Awarded: 2018

To replace safe patient handling equipment across all inpatient units and the emergency department. This equipment also protects staff from work injuries related to patient movement.