Morgan Griffith
05/27/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/27/2026 12:19
Griffith Announces $873,541 HHS Grant to Martinsville Henry County Coalition for Health and Wellness
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Martinsville Henry County Coalition for Health and Wellness, based in Martinsville, Virginia, a grant of $873,541. The funding supports operations of local health centers. In response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
"Connect Health + Wellness provides health care services for local communities.
"This HHS grant for more than $870,000 helps this community health care center promote health care access for Martinsville City, Henry County and Patrick County communities."
BACKGROUND
Connect Health + Wellness administers services at locations in Bassett, Ridgeway, Patrick Springs and Martinsville.
Connect Health + Wellness CEO Marcus Stone was Rep. Griffith's guest at President Trump's 2026 State of the Union Address.
The awarding office of this grant is the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).
As a member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Congressman Griffith serves as the Chairman of the Health Subcommittee.
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