PHIG Success Stories
See firsthand stories of impact from the Public Health Infrastructure Grant. From small wins to transformative changes, these PHIG Success Stories give us a glimpse into how PHIG fosters widespread innovation in public health systems and structures.
Missouri used PHIG funding collect & analyze data from all 115 local public health agencies across the state, comparing current funding and staffing levels with what each community actually needs.
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Missouri is using PHIG to incentivize local health departments to pursue accreditation while helping them overcome barriers like staffing shortages, contracting costs, and training needs.
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By using PHIG to hire a health economist, the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services can evaluate the economic impact of its programs and identify which strategies are most effective and…
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PHIG funding is expanding access to health information in Kansas City through the Community Wellness Ambassadors program. From December 2022 to May 2024, 118 trusted community members have completed the program, representing diverse cultural backgrounds, and have made more than 150,000 community interactions across the city. Trained and supported by the Kansas City Health Department, these PHIG-funded ambassadors share public health resources and help address community needs.
Effective administrative policies are vital for public health agencies, ensuring clear expectations, fair decision-making, and high-quality services. Learn how MO DHSS partnered with ASTHO to enhance policy development.
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The Missouri Department of Mental Health’s WORKplace WELLbeing initiative, backed by PHIG funding, emphasizes the importance of mental health and overall well-being, and has significantly enhanced workplace wellness for public health staff. Key achievements include the launch of a monthly workgroup that engages Local Public Health Agencies to gather feedback and share resources, a popular newsletter on trauma-informed care, effective digital campaigns with over 1.2 million views, and the inclusion of a wellness room at the September 2024 Joint Public Health Conference. Upcoming efforts include wellness committee planning and Lunch and Learn sessions in 2025. PHIG accelerated these efforts by supporting the marketing materials (e.g., logo, brochures, posters) and bite-sized micro lessons for staff. The initiative continues to drive positive outcomes for Missouri’s public health workforce.
