Improving the health of our communities, TOGETHER

We're committed to expanding access to care, strengthening the healthcare workforce, and advancing health equity.

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Leading initiatives that make a sustainable impact

The Independence Blue Cross Foundation is a partner, leader, problem-solver, and collaborator — working with like-minded organizations to serve the unique and complex needs of communities. The Foundation's approach goes beyond funding to create meaningful change for those who need it most.

Health Equity
The Institute For Health Equity

The Foundation is spearheading a five-year, $15 million commitment to promote systems-level change to advance health equity, regionally and nationwide. The Institute's focus is equity in medicine, digital health, and maternal health. Read More

Access to Care
Strengthening Health Centers

Through the Blue Safety Net Program, the Foundation is increasing access to care in medically under-resourced communities. Since 2011, the Blue Safety Net program has awarded more than $30 million to more than 70 private, nonprofit community health centers across Southeastern Pennsylvania. Read More

School-Based Mental Health

In collaboration with Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, the Foundation is improving equitable access to mental health services and supports by meeting children where they are — at school. Read More

Healthcare Workforce
Healthcare Workforce

Through the Nurses for Tomorrow program, the Foundation supports the future of the healthcare workforce with scholarship funding for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral nursing students across 22 nursing schools in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Read More

$80+ million grants awarded
240+ organizations supported
350,000+ individuals impacted annually

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