Blue Cross Foundation Seeks Proposals for Building Health Equity Together Grants

​EAGAN, Minn. (August 8, 2012) — The projects will address improving community conditions that affect health in low-income communities. Project partners should include two different departments in a local unit of government working with a community-based organization to advance a common agenda related to one or more of the following influences on health: education, employment, income, family and social support, and community safety. Tribal governments working with community-based organizations are also encouraged to apply. The full request for proposals is available at bcbsmnfoundation.org.

“This program is a strategy to generate new ways of thinking about how multiple partners can unite to share strengths and form a long-term commitment to improving community conditions,” said Stacey Millett, senior program officer. “Our goal is to support work that leads to policy changes that help all community residents reach their full health potential.”

Proposals will be accepted online starting August 27, 2012 and are due by 4 p.m. on Friday, September 28, 2012.

For more information on Blue Cross’ grantmaking programs, call (651) 662-3950 or toll free at 1-866-812-1593, or visit our website.

Media Contact:
Shelley Lange
(651) 662-7841
Shelley.Lange@bluecrossmn.com

The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation exclusively dedicates its assets to improving health in Minnesota, awarding more than $31 million since it was established in 1986. The Foundation’s purpose is the make a healthy difference in people’s lives by improving the community conditions that affect the health of children and families.