Colorado Health Institute

ABOUT COLORADO HEALTH INSTITUTE (CHI)

Founded in 2002, CHI is an innovative and independent health research and consulting group. We answer Colorado’s most pressing health questions by providing analysis and expertise that inform policy, advance health, promote collaboration, and support better access to care for all Coloradans. 

CHI is undergoing transformational change as we broaden our business to advance our public-service mission. This change impacts our business operations and engagement with our community and stakeholders. We lead a robust consulting practice that augments operating support from several health foundations. The complexity of our work requires new rigor and discipline not only around our financial operations but also as we aim to accurately project future work, revenue, and staffing levels. The MDFA/CFO will play a critical role in directing CHI’s long-term success. 

While our business model is changing, our commitment to our mission and vision has never been stronger: We improve the health of all Coloradans through independent research, analysis, and insight that lead to sound health policies and decisions. 

CHI’S GROWTH STRATEGY

CHI, established by three Colorado-based health foundations in 2002, is now a $9+ million organization with a 30-person team. 

Several philanthropies including The Colorado Trust, Caring for Colorado Foundation, and the Colorado Springs Health Foundation provide operating support to CHI. These funds cover CHI’s core research portfolios, allowing us to conduct the work that is most needed and relevant as a free community benefit. 

CHI’s primary revenue source is generated from consulting projects we undertake on behalf of foundations, health care delivery systems, state agencies, public health departments, and other health organizations. Today, consulting revenue represents nearly 80% of CHI’s operating budget.