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The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation Community Grants program is a grant from the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation that funds community organizations working to improve the health and well-being of Tennesseans. Administered through the BlueCross Community Trust, the program distributes approximately $500,000 per year to select organizations across the state.
Funded activities include healthcare access initiatives, physical activity programs, and social services that strengthen community bonds and address health equity. The foundation also invests in BlueCross Healthy Places—free, publicly accessible spaces designed to encourage healthy activity. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and government entities operating within Tennessee.
Grant amounts vary by project scope. In addition to financial support, BlueCross encourages community partners to explore volunteer partnership opportunities with its employees, who contributed 14,000 volunteer hours in 2024.
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In the Community | BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Tennessee is our home, and we believe in being here and doing good for our neighbors. Bringing our communities together The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation is building BlueCross Healthy Places to provide our neighbors with opportunities for healthy activity and to help strengthen the bonds of our communities. All spaces are free and open to the public.
Supporting local organizations and civic groups The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Community Trust provides around $500,000 per year in support for select organizations across the state. And our commitment to Tennessee goes beyond grant funding to support that’s personal and hands-on. We encourage community partners to reach out about volunteer partnership opportunities.
Volunteering our time and talents From packing and delivering meals to mentoring young people, our employees are committed to the causes that matter to them. In 2024, they gave 14,000 volunteer hours across Tennessee and beyond. And our Community Relations team works to pair our people with meaningful ways of giving back.
Creating opportunities for all At BlueCross, we're focused on improving access to care for everyone. And we're taking steps to improve health for all our members – and for all Tennesseans. That includes making sure each of our employees feels valued and respected.
It also extends to our volunteer work, our grantmaking, and our efforts to understand how our members’ needs can affect their health outcomes. Using natural resources wisely Building healthier communities includes being careful with how we use natural resources. You’ll see our commitment throughout our facilities – from smart water recycling to solar arrays on the roof of our parking garage.
These examples of good stewardship also help us reduce operating costs to save money for our members. Health news and notes from our Insights blog BlueSky Institute students begin paid internships Celebrating our TeamBlue volunteers Investing in Tennessee’s future health care workers Complementary Content -->
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations and government entities operating within the state of Tennessee. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.