Sponsorship Criteria

Learn about the health network’s sponsorship program criteria

To receive support from Lehigh Valley Health Network, organizations must be 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organizations providing services within the health network’s service area with a special emphasis on Lehigh and Northampton counties, Pa. Only programs focusing on health, health-related education and delivery of care in support of the health network’s mission will be considered.

In the area of health and human services, we will consider supporting programs that:
• Link health-related community services to health network health services
• Address significant community health and social issues
• Promote health, wellness and healthy lifestyles
• Improve access to care for underserved or at-risk populations

In the area of education, we will consider supporting programs that:
• Provide an innovative approach to health-related education
• Encourage participation in health-related careers, particularly among minority and disadvantaged populations

We do not support:
• Individuals
• Religious organizations
• Political activities
• Sports organizations
• Travel costs
• Memorials
• Multi-year pledges
• Golf outings
• Public and private schools
• Government agencies

Application process

Organizations that meet the stated criteria may request support in writing by submitting the following information:

• Our preference is to receive requests by e-mail. Please e-mail Maria.Kammetler@lvhn.org.
• Mailing address:
  Maria Kammetler
  Director, Marketing and Public Affairs
  Lehigh Valley Health Network
  2100 Mack Boulevard, Allentown, PA 18103
• Supporting materials outlining details of sponsorship opportunities. Please include your contact information, including your e-mail address.
• Current 501(c)(3) not-for-profit status
  
• Brief description of the organization and its purpose
• Clear statement of the project including the population to be served and expected outcomes
• Financial information including a budget for the proposed project; other sources of funding, both committed and proposed; and a current operating budget

Requests for sponsorships are approved by a health network committee, comprised of individuals from within the organization who share an interest in our community and a desire to help the health network fulfill its health care mission.

Requests are reviewed monthly by the committee. Please send your request a minimum of three months in advance of the event date.

This page last updated 11/4/11 02:50 PM