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The Blue Foundation for a Healthy Florida, Inc., is the philanthropic affiliate of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida created as a 501(c)(3) philanthropic foundation that supports community-based solutions that enhance access to quality health-related services for the uninsured and underserved in Florida.
Florida's Top Health Care Nonprofits Honored with 2008 Sapphire Awards
In recognition of Florida nonprofits successfully addressing health care disparities across the state, The Blue Foundation for a Healthy Florida, the philanthropic affiliate of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida (BCBSF), announced its 2008 Sapphire Award honorees at a ceremony in Orlando on Dec. 5. Read more...»
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Childhood obesity is a growing problem throughout Florida, with 32.5 percent of children ages 10-17 overweight or obese; nationally, the percentage is 30.6 percent.
The Blue Foundation created Embrace a Healthy Florida to address the causes of childhood obesity that goes beyond the traditional nutrition and fitness programs.
Embrace a Healthy Florida is an $8 million, four-year strategic effort that will provide grants to nonprofit organizations, fund research and foster community collaboration and engagement. The effort will focus on five regions: Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, Tallahassee and Tampa. |
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Competitive Grantmaking
The Blue Foundation awards grants during two proposal cycles
in the summer and winter. Grants are strategically awarded to diverse, philanthropic solutions
that:
- Improve program capacity and reduce barriers to access
- Nurture community health leadership to reinforce local solutions, foster innovation and
sustain quality
- Leverage financial, human and other resources to maximize measurable impact
The current focus for Competitive Grantmaking is on community health clinics and outreach programs.
In 2009, The Blue Foundation will implement an on-line application process. Watch this space for more news.
Request for Proposals Deadlines:
Summer 2009 - March 13, 2009
Winter 2009 - September 11, 2009 |
How to apply for a Competitive Grant:
In 2009, The Blue Foundation will begin accepting proposals via an online process. Watch this space for information on how to apply.
Application Deadlines:
Summer Cycle:
March 13, 2009
Winter Cycle:
September 11, 2009 |
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The Sapphire Award – Recognizing Community Health Excellence
The Sapphire Award is designed to recognize and promote community health programs that have demonstrated a significant, positive impact on health-related outcomes for the state's at-risk citizens and communities. An independent selection committee of medical, public health and health communications experts from across the country determines The Sapphire Award honorees.
A complete list of honorees with program descriptions and nomination guidelines can be found at the link above.
Grant Summaries:
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Results from Our Grants:
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Annual Report to the Community
100th Grant Symposium, June 2, 2006
For More Information:
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The Blue Foundation for a Healthy Florida and its Parent, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, are Independent Licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
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