Boulder Community Health: Putting Community First
Boulder Community Health (BCH) has been a cornerstone of healthcare in Boulder since 1922. As the only hospital in Boulder and a major healthcare provider in Boulder County, BCH operates as a nonprofit, ensuring that every dollar earned is reinvested into improving local healthcare.
Community-Driven Priorities
Recently, BCH conducted a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), gathering insights from over 1,200 residents. The top concerns identified were:
- Healthy aging
- Preventive care
- Access to services
- Mental health support
BCH is now using this data to allocate resources effectively, ensuring that the community's needs are met.
Reinvesting in the Community
As a nonprofit, BCH reinvests all earnings back into the community. It remains one of the few independent, community-governed hospitals in Colorado. This commitment has already led to:
- Expanded services in behavioral health, geriatrics, and chronic disease management.
- Partnerships addressing food insecurity and housing stability.
Despite operating on a tight budget—with an average operating margin of just 1% over the past 20 years—BCH has delivered millions in community benefits. In 2024 alone, it provided nearly $50 million in support, including:
- Charity care
- Medicaid shortfall coverage
- Grants to local nonprofits
A Vision for the Future
BCH remains dedicated to listening and investing where the need is greatest. Its mission is to create the healthiest community in the nation. Moving forward, BCH plans to:
- Form new partnerships
- Expand services
- Deepen community investments
All efforts are guided by the feedback from the CHNA survey, ensuring that BCH continues to serve as a trusted healthcare leader for Boulder and beyond.
