ILCHF (Illinois Children's Healthcare Foundation) is dedicated to ensuring that every child in Illinois grows up healthy. They work in collaboration with grantee partners across the state to address the barriers that prevent children from accessing ongoing healthcare. With a strong focus on children's oral health and mental health, ILCHF focuses its grant-making efforts on finding and funding effective solutions.

ILCHF believes in a holistic approach to healthcare, recognizing that the health of a child encompasses more than just physical well-being. They advocate for a healthcare system that is responsive to the unique needs of each child, and they promote the concept of a medical/dental home. This model provides high-quality and consistent care, prioritizes prevention, and fosters strong relationships between healthcare providers and families.

The mission of ILCHF is to cultivate, support, and promote initiatives that improve the health and wellness of children in Illinois. They are guided by the principles of focusing on current and evolving healthcare needs, closing the gap to ensure access to quality healthcare for all children, and recognizing the power of collaboration in making a positive impact