Grant Information

Fund your MISSION

Find everything you need to know about the Independence Blue Cross (IBX) Foundation's grant programs and how they can support your mission.

General Eligibility Requirements

To keep the IBX Foundation's impact intentional and focused, organizations that wish to apply for funding must meet the following criteria:

  • Be classified as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code ("Code") AND a public charity under Section 509(a)(1) or (2) of the Code or as a Type I or II supporting organization under Section 509(a)(3) of the Code. Organizations classified as private foundations under the Code or Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organizations under Section 509(a)(3) are not eligible for grants from the Foundation
  • Be located in and/or serve the five counties in Southeastern Pennsylvania: Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties
  • Provide services to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity) or any other basis prohibited by laws or regulations
  • Have a mission that aligns with the goals and funding priorities of the Foundation

The IBX Foundation does NOT fund the following:

  • Award dinners
  • Capital construction
  • Conferences, seminars, trips, or camps
  • Endowments
  • Fund-raising events
  • Grants to individuals
  • Political causes, candidates, organizations, or capital campaigns
  • Religious groups for religious purposes
  • Sports teams
  • Organizations that do not align with the mission and goals of the Foundation
Grant FAQs

Find out more about the types of initiatives the IBX Foundation funds, how to apply, and how grant applications are evaluated.

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Past Programs

Learn about some of the programs the Foundation has implemented since 2011 and how the organization is continuing to evolve.

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Current Grantees

View a list of the organizations the Foundation supports through its grant programs.

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