Provider Grants Program

Thank you for your interest in the Superior HealthPlan Grant Program. Grants of up to $5,000 are available to participating Superior providers and community organizations focused on promoting the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Applications must be completed in full and submitted online to be considered. All applications are reviewed by the Superior Grant Committee and will be awarded on a quarterly basis. Applicants will be notified of the committee’s decision by the tenth business day of the month following the end of the quarter. Deadlines for submissions are as follows:

Q1 – March 31
Q2 – June 30
Q3 – September 30
Q4 – December 31

All grants are considered and selected on the following criteria:

Grant must serve the Medicaid population
Grantees must agree to a 12 month visit to detail how funds were used
Grantees may not use grant funds to cover salary or fringe benefits for staff
Grantees must agree to complete Superior Intake and Follow Up forms
Grantees must not have won a grant within the last 12 months

For providers only:

Providers must be accepting new patients
Providers must have submitted claims in the last 6 months
Providers must have no member complaints in the last 6 months

For community partners only:

Community Based Organization must "Claim" the organization on FindHelp webpage (if applicable)
Grant must support SDoH needs for the community to include but not limited to: Food Insecurity, Economic Stability, Education, Neighborhood and Built Environment, Access to Health Care and Social and Community Context

Please note that submitting an online application does not guarantee funding. Please contact SHP.Grants@SuperiorHealthPlan.com with any additional questions.

Previous Grant Recipients

Provider Grant Recipients	Program Support
Communicare Health Centers	Purchase ultrasound machine for pregnant women
Sun City Dieticians LLC	Diabetes prevention and nutrition education classes
R.E.A.L	Healthy meals and funding for exercise program
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Foundation	Nutrition and exercise program for children who have special needs
Rosemary Hollingsworth LPC	Training for Accelerate Resolution Therapy skills program to be used in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy
Journey Counseling Center	Love & Logic curriculum to enhance parenting skills and provide education related to trauma
Shannon Medical Center	CPS simulator training for parents on how to install car seats
Ricardo Reyna III MD PLLC	Reading program for pediatric patients
Cenikor Foundation	Continuing operation of detoxification services and substance abuse counseling
Waco Heart & Vascular	Support for those who do not have adequate health care
Sprout Sensory Garden LLC	Sensory garden enhancements for garden therapy sessions
Lamb HealthCare	Screening tool to assess newborns quickly and efficiently
Pediatric Clinic	Educational materials related to healthy diets and preventive education for sexually active teenagers
Moving Forward Christian Counseling	Office equipment for virtual visits
University Medical Center Foundation	Compassionate Care Program that provides basic needs for hospital patients and families
Butterflies Prospering Wellness Co.	Holistic services such as yoga and nutrition wellness
Austin Smiles - The Austin Plastic Surgery Foundation	Education and case management for those who care for children with cleft disorders
Brownsville Community Health Center	Assist patients with needs such as groceries
South Plains Rural Health Service Inc	Food bank project to provide food boxes to 500 families
Cactus Nazarene Health Center dba The Well	Diaper bags and car seats for pregnant women and new moms
Best Choice Medical Equipment	Educational material related to mobility assistance and equipment
UT Health San Antonio	Help with prescription costs for lower-income university students
OT FOR TOTS	Sensory motor gym to help in therapy sessions
La Esperanza Clinic	Hygiene kits, eye exam vouchers, food and transportation
Propedia Health Services	Increase employment by hiring more caregivers
Su Clinica	Air purifiers for the clinic to enhance infection control
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD	Temperature scanning kiosks to help reduce COVID-19 exposure

Community Agency Grant Recipients	Program Support
The Salvation Army of El Paso	Food warmers for food service program
Waco Shepherd's Heart, Inc.	Meal delivery to seniors
FUMC McAllen	Food for food pantry
The Salvation Army Oak Cliff	Freezers for food pantry
BCFS-HHS Healthy Start	Safe sleep program
Panhandle Behavioral Health Alliance	Create behavioral health resource site
Inheritance Adoptions	Safe sleep program
Region 2 Education Service Center	Parent engagement events
Hilltop Recover Ministries	Family counseling curriculum
Greenville Fire & Rescue	Fire and injury prevention programs, materials and equipment to seniors
Canutillo Independent School District	Mental health resources for students
Rio Grande Children's Home	Car seats and other child safety items for families
Llano Estacado Silver Star Board	Hygiene items for clients
Coastal Bend Center for Independent Living	Youth with disabilities in transition program
Webb Early College Prep Middle School	Love and logic curriculum for teachers
Sharing Hands A Respite Experience, Inc. (SHARE)	Childcare during support group for families who have children with special needs
Center For Youth Care Services Emergency Shelter	Health and safety supplies for children in care
Prelude Clubhouse	Healthy food for clients during COVID-19 pandemic
Texas Tech Foundation, Inc.	Mobile care clinic
Edinburg Housing Authority	Resident resource and hygiene closet
CASA of the South Plains, Inc.	Volunteer advocate training
Expectant Heart Pregnancy Resource Center	Prizes during prenatal education classes
Family Service	Hygiene kits during COVID-19 pandemic
Thornton Elementary School, Temple ISD	Science-to-go program for students
Bread of Life Community Services	Resident resource and hygiene closet
King's Way Church	Food pantry during COVID-19 pandemic
Amarillo Parks & Recreation	City-wide health and wellness program
Meals on Wheels North Central Texas	Additional meals to seniors during COVID-19 pandemic
North Texas Area United Way	Supplies for home visitation program during COVID-19 pandemic
Kid Nation, Inc.	Supplies and equipment for the Health/Nutrition Program
Temple ISD-Jefferson Elementary School	Nutrition education program and vegetable gardens
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Kaufman County	Community education programs
El Paso Border Youth Athletic Association	BASE Play RBI after-school program
Wild Child Baseball Organization	Team uniforms, tournaments, team supplies, sponsorship banners and umpire fees
Longview Child Development Center	Leap pads for low income students
Corpus Christi Education Foundation	Hygiene supplies for Corpus Christi Independent School District students
Child Care, Inc. DBA Child Care Partners	2021 educational Summer Program
AACOG/Alamo Area Agency on Aging	Space heaters for the elderly
Zoe's Wings Foundation, Incorporated	Home repair
Senior Center Resources & Public Transit (SCRPT)	Meals on wheels
Children's Defense Fund-Texas	Faith-based community events for program application assistence
Opportunity School	Climbing toys, a trampoline, sensory equipment, to assist in fine motor and speech as therapy tools
Children's Advocacy Center of the Coastal Bend	Supplies such as clothing, food, shoes, toys, diapers, formula, school supplies, hygiene products, and cleaning products for the Rainbow Room
Catholic Charities of Central Texas	Potty toppers, diapers and pullups
Midland ISD Family Support Center	Hygiene kits
Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend	Emergency financial assistance to clients for groceries, utility payments, and rent
A New Life for a New Generation	Daddy Diaper Days
Empowering the Masses	Grocery carts for the senior walk up food pantry
Tip of Texas Family Outreach	Emergency food pantry
Banquete High School	Hygiene closet
The Settlement Home for Children	Hygiene items and over-the-counter medications and supplies
Concho Valley Community Action Agency	House-warming kits that include cleaning products, soap, toilet paper, paper towels, and basic toiletries
YWCA	Hygiene closet
Texas Tech Foundation	Reach Out and Read Program children's literacy program
Panhandle Down Syndrome Guild	Two educational seminars in 2022
Ector County ISD	Two after school (one voice and one instrumental) ensembles for 3rd-5th grade students

Application for Grant

Date *

First Name *

Last Name *

Title *

Email *

Confirm Email *

Organization Name *

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City *

State *

Zip Code *

County *

Telephone *

Type of Organization *

Healthcare Provider (Contracted Medical and/or Behavioral Health Provider) Community Organization (Community/Social Services Provider)

In an effort to better serve our members we are requiring community organization applicants to register (claim) and onboard (add contact information, accept referrals) their program through Superior Community Aids and Resources (CARES), our online social services resources directory. Organizations must be signed up for Superior CARES before grants are awarded. Organizations will not be considered for a grant unless they are registered with Superior CARES.

Please note: Direct providers of community-based services such as food, shelter, transportation etc. are required to register. This requirement does not apply to schools and Head Start programs.

For additional information on Superior CARES and to register your organization, please download the Superior CARES Quick Reference Guide (PDF).

I agree and understand the conditions of claiming my organization (if applicable) to receive grant funding from Superior HealthPlan.

Does the organization have 501c3 status? *

Yes No

Tax ID Number

Dollar amount requested (Please enter a value between 0 and $5,000) * Max $5,000

Briefly describe the organization's history, mission and goals. *

Briefly describe the purpose of funding request and how it will be used. *

Number of individuals, geographic area and population who will benefit from these funds (e.g., 30 children, ages 8-12, who are working to achieve grade-level performance in South Texas). *

Briefly describe any promotional benefits or brand awareness Superior would receive in exchange for this grant. *

Describe the sustainability of this grant (e.g., grant money will be used to host a one-time event or it will be a part of a six-month initiative, etc.). *