Dignity Health-California Hospital Medical Center recently awarded $159,000 to three nonprofit organizations making a difference in underserved communities by addressing homelessness, people experiencing mental health issues and domestic abuse.

The Salvation Army California South Division received the grant to support the Zahn Memorial Center and Lily’s Place for Homeless Families, which provides assistance in locating and securing permanent housing solutions. The Downtown Women’s Center was awarded the grant for its mental and physical health support program, which assists women experiencing homelessness. The Amanecer Community Counseling Services received a grant to provide services for domestic abuse victims.

“Through our annual Community Health Grant Program, we are better able to partner with organizations that help meet the critical needs of our community,” CHMC president Alina Moran said. “This year’s decision for our community grant partners was harder than ever, as Dignity Health realizes how many meaningful organizations are struggling through the pandemic. We are grateful to be partnering with Salvation Army, Downtown Women’s Center and Amanecer Services to support the work around homelessness, mental health and domestic abuse.”

For information, visit dignityhealth.org.