Intermountain Health's Select Health awards $150,000 to 30 organizations addressing community health needs across Idaho, Nevada, and Utah
SALT LAKE CITY, UT (PRUnderground) September 1st, 2026
Select Health -- a wholly owned subsidiary of Intermountain Health -- has awarded $150,000 to 30 community organizations through its annual Select Health Awards program. Across Idaho, Nevada and Utah, healthier communities are taking shape in places people visit everyday including community centers, schools, housing programs, food pantries, and neighborhood organizations. The work happening in these spaces helps people find stability, build connections, and access resources that support their health and well-being.
The 2026 recipients address a wide range of social drivers of health, including food security, housing stability, educational opportunity, preventive health services, support for older adults and individuals with disabilities and programs that aid families and communities. Their work helps individuals and families overcome barriers, improve quality of life and build healthier futures. Each organization received $5,000 to support local efforts that strengthen communities across the Mountain West.
"Health is shaped by many factors beyond medical care. Access to safe housing, nutritious food, education, social support and preventive services all influence a person's health and well-being," said Rob Hitchcock, Select Health president and CEO. "The organizations recognized through this year's Select Health Awards address those needs every day. They are helping people build stronger foundations for health, creating opportunities to thrive and making a lasting difference in their local communities."
2026 Select Health Awards Recipients
Idaho
· Four County Alliance of Southeast Idaho - Soda Springs Joint School District #150: Through partnerships that support education, workforce development and economic growth, the organization helps strengthen opportunities and quality of life in southeastern Idaho communities.
· Friends of the Children - Eastern Idaho: Provides long-term professional mentoring for youth facing significant obstacles. Its model helps young people build confidence, resilience and skills that support lifelong success.
· Glocal Community Partners: A Christian organization that welcomes refugees through programs that foster belonging, connection and community engagement. The organization helps families build supportive relationships and navigate life in their new communities.
· Idaho Hispanic Foundation: Connects Hispanic and Latino individuals and families with resources, workforce development programs and leadership opportunities. Its work helps create pathways to economic mobility and long-term success.
· Lutheran Community Services Northwest - Safe Families for Children: Supports families during times of crisis by connecting them with caring volunteers and community resources. The program helps strengthen family stability and keep children safe.
· Lincoln County Youth Center - Richfield Food Bank: Addresses food insecurity by providing nutritious food and supportive resources to individuals and families throughout rural Idaho. Its efforts help promote wellness, dignity and greater community stability.
· The Mentoring Network Inc: Builds one-to-one mentoring relationships that help vulnerable children develop confidence, life skills and stronger futures. These relationships provide encouragement, support, and positive role models.
· Toby's Place: Creates opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities through residential, vocational, educational and social programs. Its services help participants build independence and meaningful community connections.
· Unlimited Potential Athletics: Expands access to adaptive sports and recreation for individuals with disabilities. The organization promotes physical health, emotional well-being and social connection through inclusive athletic opportunities.
· Upper Valley Child Advocacy Center: Provides a child-focused environment where children and families impacted by abuse can access advocacy, support and services that promote health and recovery.
Nevada
· Chefs for Kids: The organization works to address childhood hunger through education and awareness initiatives that help children access nutritious food and develop healthy habits.
· Foundation Assisting Seniors: Provides free durable medical equipment and wellness checks for older adults. Its services help seniors maintain independence, safety and dignity while remaining in their homes.
· Kline Veterans Fund: Supports homeless and at-risk veterans and their families through emergency housing assistance and support services. Its work helps veterans achieve greater stability and access to essential resources.
· Las Vegas PRIDE, Southern Nevada Association of PRIDE, Inc.: Amplifies the voice of the LGBTQIA+ community in Southern Nevada and creates opportunities for connection, visibility and community engagement.
· Lend A Hand Boulder City: Improves quality of life for individuals with disabilities, chronic illness, and age-related challenges by providing services and support that may not otherwise be accessible.
· Nevada Blind Children's Foundation: Provides educational, social, and life-skills opportunities for children who are visually impaired. Its programs help young people build confidence, independence and skills that support lifelong success.
· People Over Profit Foundation: Supports Nevada's education community through programs that promote educational achievement and financial stability, helping students and families create pathways to future success.
· R.E.A.C.H. (Research Education Access for Community Health): Works to reduce health disparities by providing culturally responsive education, preventive services and improved access to care for underserved communities.
· Thanksgiving Heroes Las Vegas: Helps families experiencing hardship access meals and community support during the holiday season. Its efforts bring people together while helping address food insecurity.
· The Anchor of Hope: Provides stable housing, case management, workforce readiness, peer support and other services for individuals rebuilding their lives after incarceration, substance use challenges and other barriers to stability.
Utah
· Brigham City Community Center with Senior Services: The organization helps older adults and vulnerable populations remain active, connected and supported. Its programs address social needs that contribute to overall health and quality of life.
· Building Youth Around the World: The nonprofit works to ensure children and families have access to necessities, health and hygiene resources and educational support. Its efforts focus on reducing economic and social barriers in underserved communities.
· Hope Alliance: Hope Alliance expands access to vision care and eyeglasses to underserved communities in Utah and around the world. The organization's work helps people access services that can help improve learning, employment and daily living.
· National Society for English Language Learners: Provides immersive English instruction for adult immigrants. Participants strengthen communications skills, build community connections and gain tools that support long-term success.
· Pantry to Porch: The organization works to address food insecurity by coordinating volunteers who deliver food directly to individuals and families. The service helps reach people who face barriers to accessing local food resources.
· Playworks Utah: Playworks creates opportunities for children to be active, engaged and connected through safe and meaningful play. Its programs support physical health, social development and positive school experiences.
· Salt Lake Harm Reduction Project: The organization helps reduce stigma, prevent the spread of infectious disease, and connects people with essential health resources. Its work supports healthier outcomes for individuals and communities.
· Tooele Education Foundation: The foundation supports students and educators throughout Tooele County School District. By investing in educational success and well-being, it helps create conditions that support lifelong health and opportunity.
· Uintah Basin Association of Governments Community Services Department: The department provides services that help low-income individuals and families achieve greater stability. Programs include shelter, rental assistance, transitional housing and food assistance.
· Youthlinc: Youthlinc develops leaders through service and humanitarian experiences. Its mission is to create lifelong humanitarians who are committed to strengthening communities at home and abroad.
"The organizations recognized this year reflect the many ways communities come together to support health and well-being," Hitchcock said. "From supporting families and students to expanding access to food, housing, education and community services, these organizations are making a positive impact throughout communities in Idaho, Nevada and Utah."
For nearly two decades, the Select Health Awards program has provided more than $1 million to community organizations in Idaho, Nevada and Utah. The program recognizes organizations that help people access resources, services and opportunities that contribute to better health outcomes. By supporting community-based solutions, Select Health helps advance healthier, more resilient communities across the Mountain West.
For more information about the Select Health Awards program or to nominate an organization for future consideration, visit selecthealthawards.org.
About Select Health
Select Health® is a nonprofit community health plan dedicated to high-quality, affordable access to healthcare for its more than 1 million members across the Mountain West. As part of an integrated health system with Intermountain Health, Select Health shares a mission of Helping People Live the Healthiest Lives Possible® and is committed to delivering simple, sincere, and seamless experiences and products. Centered around member needs, Select Health offers commercial and government health plans, as well as dental, and pharmacy benefit management. For more information, visit selecthealth.org.
