Formerly known as the Community Health Equity Catalyst Strategy (CHECS)

Ascension St. John Health Equity Initiative

Ascension St. John works with community partners seek to improve health and well-being in Tulsa. Recognizing that a variety of factors shape and influence health, the Ascension St. John Health Equity Initiative addresses health care, social and environmental drivers of health in our community. 

Our Values

  • Equity
  • Collaboration
  • Humility
  • Accountability

Ascension St. John Mission, Vision and Values

Strengthening Our Community

Guided by the priorities identified by the Community Health Needs Assessment of Ascension St. John, our mission is to improve health outcomes and increase health equity in the City of Tulsa. OK. Our vision is that everyone has a fair opportunity to be as healthy as possible.

Health Equity Initiative Strategies

To improve health and well-being in Tulsa, OK

Medical Access Programs (MAP)

MAP supports services offered by local safety net health clinics and other providers

MAP Ecosystem

MAP support is invitation-only (no solicitations accepted)
Medical Access Programs ensure low-income and underserved populations have access to healthcare, dental and mental health services through:

Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. 3 John 1:2

The Bedrock Initiative

The Bedrock Initiative is committed to supporting faith-based communities in fostering the overall health and well-being of their congregations, with a particular focus on improving heart health.

The application is now closed.

Check back in May 2026 to sign up for an information session open to organizations interested in applying for the Ascension St. John Health Equity Grant.

Health Equity Grants

Addressing Health Needs in the Local Community

Past Grantees

Funding to local programs and partners is key to achieving the Ascension St. John Health Equity Initiative meeting the priorities identified in the Community Health Needs Assessment