BURBANK – State Senator Mike Porfirio joined the Illinois Capital Development Board and the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services in announcing $200 million in funding to transform health care delivery and improve health outcomes in the state.

“This funding is a significant investment in the health and wellbeing of our residents,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “Supporting the development of a comprehensive care center ensures our residents have access to critical care and essential services all in one accessible location.”

The Healthcare Transformation Capital Improvement grants will build on HFS’ equity-driven Healthcare Transformation Collaboratives program, which was established in 2021. The goals of the HTC program are to expand access to care and improve health equity, especially in underserved communities, by leveraging shared resources among collaborative partners to create locally-driven solutions.

Of the 13 organizations selected for funding through the program, the U of I Chicago Board of Trustees in Porfirio’s district will receive nearly $33 million to purchase and renovate buildings for a comprehensive care center offering primary and specialty care, medical imaging, diagnostic services, wellness programming and more.

“These grants represent a significant investment in the future of healthcare across Illinois, particularly in underserved communities,” said CDB Executive Director TJ Edwards. “CDB is proud to partner with HFS to ensure these projects not only improve healthcare access, but also build stronger, more resilient healthcare infrastructure that will serve generations of Illinoisans.”

Find the full list of grant recipients here.