Hometown Fund Grant is sponsored by CVS Health Foundation. Supports local nonprofits in Hartford, Connecticut, and Rhode Island that expand access to healthcare and address factors like nutritious food and stable housing.

Healthy Community | CVS Health How CVS Health is strengthening communities Our presence in thousands of neighborhoods across the country gives us unique insights into the needs of the communities we serve. That allows us to strengthen these communities by addressing the local barriers to improving health outcomes.

Our community investment strategy prioritizes collaborations with organizations working to increase access to health care and improve health outcomes across the U.S. By supporting heart health, mental health, women’s health, healthy aging and climate-related health impacts, we take a holistic approach to building healthy communities.

We also invest in the supportive services needed to build a healthier future, including addressing food insecurity, educational and workforce development opportunities and other social determinants of health. We support our communities in their times of greatest need, including when natural disasters occur.

In addition, we provide opportunities for our more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues to volunteer their time, expertise and professional skill sets to strengthen the communities where we live and work. Improving community health through preventive screenings › Supporting families at Ronald McDonald House nationwide › Learn how we are improving community health through preventing screenings with Project Health.

Learn how CVS Health colleagues in communities nationwide are creating meaningful moments for families at Ronald McDonald House locations.

Supporting community health Addressing pressing community health conditions Bridging social care and workforce gaps Disaster preparedness and response Supporting community health At CVS Health, we have the unique ability to combine our health care insights, expertise and resources with our deep community presence to understand and address critical needs.

We know that the conditions in which people live, learn and work shape their well-being. We also know that communities thrive when people have quality, affordable health care and can access health-related social needs such as transportation and healthy food.

Strategic philanthropic initiatives such as Health Zones, funded by the Foundation, and Project Health, help address some of the most pressing public health challenges at the local level. Community pharmacy access Pharmacists are consistently recognized as one of the most trusted health care providers, and we see this coming to life every day in the interactions between our patients and their local pharmacy teams.

We are proud to serve communities across the U.S. through our approximately 9,000 CVS Pharmacy locations delivering local access to trusted pharmacists and in-person engagement to the approximately 185 million consumers we connect with each year across our businesses.

We have completed the strategic realignment of our retail stores and pharmacies to best serve the needs of the communities we serve and are confident that our current footprint features the right kinds of stores in the right locations for consumers. Health Zones is the Foundation’s community-centered initiative that aims to improve health outcomes at the local level.

The Foundation provides multi-year grants to local nonprofit organizations to help ensure easier access to the care, resources and support community members need to stay healthy. These nonprofits coordinate care, connect residents to critical health and social services and address health-related social needs — including chronic conditions, nutrition and access to primary care.

In 2025, the Foundation launched a new Health Zone in Hartford, Connecticut and committed $2 million to support the Hispanic Health Council’s Family Wellness Center and its partners, expanding access to comprehensive health and social services for people with chronic conditions. The Foundation’s other Health Zones in Phoenix, Atlanta, Fresno, Columbus and Charlotte are promoting diabetes care, combatting food insecurity and more.

The Foundation’s Health Zone is strengthening a diabetes support system in Phoenix Discover more about how the Foundation’s Health Zones are improving community health For two decades, Project Health has increased access to vital screenings that help identify health risks before they become life-threatening.

Project Health provides no-cost screenings at CVS Pharmacy locations, via mobile units and at other community events — no appointments or insurance necessary. Project Health is more than just a program; it’s a crucial community resource. Each screening, consultation and available resource contributes to a healthier future.

Every participant receives: No-cost screenings for blood pressure, glucose, body mass index and more On-site consultations with health care professionals A directory of local resources and online health education through the newly updated Project Health mobile app In 2025, Project Health expanded its reach and enhanced its digital experience.

New app features, including a virtual chatbot and integrated screening reports, make it easier for participants to access information and share results with their care providers. Explore real stories behind Project Health's community impact The Foundation’s Hometown Fund supports local nonprofits across Rhode Island and in the Hartford, Connecticut area — two key communities where our colleagues live and work.

Through this annual grant program, the Foundation provides general operating support to organizations that are making a real difference by expanding access to health care and addressing the everyday factors that shape people’s wellbeing, like nutritious food and housing.

Supporting soccer and community health Building on its long-term support of women’s soccer, including partnering with the Washington Spirit since 2020 , CVS Pharmacy announced an expanded commitment to promote community health and wellness with the U.S. Soccer Federation and National Women’s Soccer League.

This initiative will help bring resources, revitalized spaces and meaningful community impact to additional markets – reflecting a shared belief that access to sports, safe places to play and community connection are essential drivers of lifelong wellbeing. Beyond field improvements and to coincide with its club sponsorships, CVS Pharmacy will also amplify local causes and community programs that matter most to fans in Washington, D. C.

, Seattle and Kansas City. Through club-led initiatives, matchday experiences and community investments with the Washington Spirit, Seattle Reign FC and Kansas City Current, CVS will help foster more inclusive, welcoming environments that encourage movement, connection and everyday wellbeing, while supporting local economic development. To learn more about how CVS is supporting U.S. soccer, visit www.

cvs. com/content/soccer . Supporting the military-connected community Military members and their families are the backbone of many local communities, and the impacts of their service – from relocation to reintegration – are often felt beyond the base.

By supporting military-connected people where they live, we help strengthen the well-being of service members and their families while also building more resilient communities through critical moments of transition. In 2025, we launched a pilot in Jacksonville, NC to support military families with the impacts of relocation on military families.

Through collaboration with Military Family Action Network, we supported the Pantry Restock Program to provide essential household goods and food support for relocating families. Together with Hope For The Warriors, we supported an airport lounge for transitioning service members and a calming room at a local children’s museum We are strengthening behavioral health access The Steven A.

Cohen Military Family Clinic at Hope For The Warriors through support of Hope’s Fueling Families event to assist households facing financial strain, expanded peer support programming and food access for military and veteran families.

For veterans navigating invisible wounds or transition challenges, we support arts and music programs through Armed Services Arts Partnership and CreatiVets, and expanded peer-based connection through Vets4Warriors. In Tennessee, we collaborated with Operation Stand Down TN to support housing stability, employment access, and coordinated services for vulnerable veterans.

Through the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, we support military and veteran caregivers, recognizing their health is essential to the well-being of those they care for. In 2025, we supported more than 100,000 service members, veterans, spouses, children and caregivers through these programs.

Addressing pressing community health conditions We go beyond grant-making to support organizations that are addressing critical health conditions in our communities — collaborating with like-minded organizations and offering technical assistance and other resources to bolster evidence-based practices.

Supporting mental health organizations More than one in five adults and one in seven youth experience a mental health condition each year , underscoring the need for accessible support. Along with the Foundation and through collaborations with community and nonprofit organizations, we meet individuals wherever they are and strengthen the quality, reach, impact and utilization of mental health resources.

We focus on removing barriers, strengthening support systems and ensuring more people feel seen, understood and cared for. Supporting kids in San Antonio: The Foundation’s support of the San Antonio Mobile Mental Wellness Collaborative has connected hundreds of students across Bexar County with mental health services — and more than half of them have improved their attendance, behavior and grades.

This care delivery model has been widely shared with 99 Texas school districts and is informing how mental well-being efforts are prioritized across the state’s education system. Giving back to the military: As a founding sponsor of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society’s new HonorCare Program, we support the mental health and long-term well-being of Medal of Honor Recipients and their families.

We also support community mental health through: A first-of-its-kind statewide collaboration in North Carolina to treat perinatal substance use disorder and improve access to care. A grant that supports the growth of Illinois’ Youth Mental Health System of Care for Boone and Winnebago Counties , which has expanded its network to nearly 100 youth-serving agencies, growing referrals from less than 10 to more than 430.

The network uses the Integrated Referral and Intake System to connect community members with the clinical and social care resources they need. CVS Health, and the Foundation, focus on the unique health care needs for women by expanding relationships with community-based organizations with a specific focus on improving maternal health outcomes.

Through collaborations with nonprofits and local organizations, together with the Foundation, we made it possible for expectant and new mothers to access essential support, from prenatal education and doula services to postpartum mental health resources. Together, we created meaningful, measurable impact — improving access and delivering compassionate care through every stage of pregnancy and beyond.

Learn more about how we’re strengthening maternal care at every stage of a new mother’s journey A new mobile community health clinic, in collaboration with Women & Infants Hospital in Rhode Island, brings high-quality postpartum care directly into local neighborhoods According to the Census Bureau , adults age 65 and older are projected to outnumber children under 18 by 2034.

Nationwide, approximately 30,000 geriatricians will be in demand by 2030, but fewer than 7,300 are expected to be practicing. To address the needs of an aging population, the Foundation supports multi sector, community-based projects working to strengthen systems of care at the local level.

These projects simplify a complex care navigation process and bridge critical gaps in local health care and social systems to help older adults lead healthy lives.

Meanwhile, the Foundation also invests in the well-being of caregivers, so the entire ecosystem around older adults can thrive: In New York, our work with EngageWell IPA provided for a strengthened data system so providers can more easily monitor older patients’ blood pressure trends, mental health needs and hospital visits.

In Chicago, the Center for Better Aging (CBA) hosted community events to keep older adults active and engaged, including monthly fall risk assessments in churches and senior living communities, giving older adults practical tools to stay independent. With 32% of consumers identifying as caregivers, the strain is widespread.

In Florida, Palm Health Foundation’s Art of Caregiving workshops helped caregivers ages 52–82 reduce stress, build emotional health skills and feel more confident in their own resilience. Weather-related health impacts Nearly half of all Americans live in a community with unhealthy air levels and more frequent extreme weather is exacerbating long-standing air quality issues.

Through a collaboration with the American Lung Association , we are investing $3. 5 million over four years nationwide to combat this health issue.

Funding recipients are working to expand educational resources, increase access to care and supportive services for people with lung disease, and leverage local air quality data to raise awareness of pollution concentrations so individuals can monitor daily air quality and adjust activities to protect their lung health.

Through our support of Americares, we are also helping communities with life-changing health programs, medicine, medical supplies and emergency aid. Free and charitable clinics in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, New Mexico and Texas will receive just‑in‑time grants to purchase heat‑safety supplies and care for uninsured and underinsured patients when heat waves are in the forecast.

As severe weather events grow more frequent, it’s clear that health systems must evolve to keep people safe. Learn more about how we’re supporting community health in a changing climate Bridging social care and workforce gaps Access to a safe home, reliable employment and nutritious food are building blocks for better health.

For decades, CVS Health has invested in and delivered innovative programming that supports individuals in bridging social care gaps. Scholarship programs provide access to education The Foundation continues to invest in the development of a talented workforce to support the needs of our communities.

In addition, the Foundation is making a difference for CVS Health colleagues by helping their children reach their goals; they can apply for a scholarship to a two- or four-year college or university. For our communities, academic scholarship programs that support students pursuing careers in pharmacy, nursing and retail management are offered by the Foundation.

This support expands access to education for students with demonstrated financial need and helps them stay focused on academic and clinical preparation rather than financial stress. In 2025, the Foundation supported nearly 100 students and awarded more than $1. 2 million in pharmacy, nursing and retail management focused scholarships and supports.

These scholarship programs advance community well-being and reinforces the important role CVS Health and the Foundation play in building a healthier, more resilient future. Investing in workforce development We know that when people have stable employment, reliable income and access to essential services, they are better able to prioritize their health and long-term well-being.

Our Workforce Initiatives programs break down barriers to employment by creating community-rooted pathways into meaningful retail and health care careers. Our Career Skills Labs bring this commitment to life through simulated retail and health care environments where participants build confidence and job-readiness.

We work with organizations to shape their curriculum and provide essential equipment, like shelving, signage and products to build realistic, hands-on training environments that prepare learners for success. That same focus on access continues in our Workforce Innovation & Talent Centers (WITCs), which serve as community hubs where we provide no-cost training, career exploration and access to supportive services.

Through immersive simulations, workshops, coaching and support services, WITCs bridge the gap between learning and employment. In 2025, we expanded this work by opening three new centers: Chicago WITC : Opened at the Chicago Baptist Institute, the center provides hands-on pharmacy, retail and customer-service training through a simulated CVS store.

Columbus WITC : Located in the Rosewind Community Center, the site offers free training, health services and an Aetna Community Resource Center. Fort Worth WITC : The new center in the Stop Six neighborhood delivers no-cost, hands-on training and connections to community resources as part of a broader neighborhood redevelopment effort designed to expand long-term economic mobility.

Addressing hunger though food security solutions Food insecurity is a widespread problem without a one-size-fits-all solution. A recent study from Feeding America indicates that food insecurity continues to rise and about half of the people who struggle to pay for meals don't qualify for federal assistance.

A lack of access to fresh and healthy food can increase the risk of chronic health conditions such as diabetes and heart disease and impact an individual’s mental health. CVS Pharmacy customers raised and donated more than $3 million for local food banks in 2025, adding to a Feeding America collaboration that has generated over $60 million since 2020.

Across Aetna Medicaid plans, we expanded local food access by donating a meal delivery van in Indiana, PA; providing $30,000 to Small Things Inc. for youth snack kits in Philadelphia; and launching new Illinois benefits like free grocery delivery and healthy activity stipends to families.

We treat food as a core part of whole person health and granted $135,000 to Community Servings’ Food is Medicine Coalition Accelerator Program to help nonprofits launch medically tailored meal programs for people living with serious illness. Investing in affordable housing Stable housing is one of the strongest predictors of good health.

When people have a safe place to live, it becomes easier to manage chronic conditions, access nutritious food, keep medical appointments and support overall well-being. In 2025, we expanded how programs like Workforce Initiatives and Project Health integrate directly into housing projects — bringing job training, health screenings and supportive services right to residents’ doors.

The result is housing that doesn’t just provide shelter, but opens pathways to stability, opportunity and better health for thousands of families. CVS Health affordable housing investments continue to demonstrate what’s possible when health care, economic opportunity and community development intersect. This work remains a cornerstone of our mission to create a simpler, more connected health care experience to improve health outcomes.

Learn how Keli and CVS Health are transforming communities by funding safe, affordable homes across the U.S. A lot of people don't realize it's It helps you to be independent here because I can cook my own food. I can wash my own clothes. I had had to go to the laundromat.

you'd find people sleeping in there. We invest in multifamily properties all across the United States for various tenancy types, including families, seniors, and permanent supportive housing units that are set aside for those who are facing different challenges in life.

The places that Gulf Coast Housing Partnership serves, specifically New Orleans and Louisiana, are among the poorest regions People are struggling to pay their bills, or they're living on the streets This is not a handout for them. They're now able to afford It's a safe, quality, affordable housing, to be successful in every other area. They're still paying rent.

They're still living there. They're just doing it in a way severely cost burdened anymore. and housing or ideas like it happen.

It needs people like Kelly outside of the box to solve big problems. We have been a part of probably more than 100 ribbon cuttings and groundbreakings. It's the combination of being a very good leader, but also being compassionate and really caring about what she does and the impact it has on people's lives.

Dave's here is your next appointment. A great example of what Kelly and her team have been able to do is what we did in Lahaina in Maui after the wildfires there. to most things that a lot of the people My dad left when I was young.

I had a stepfather who was very abusive. I worked at a paper route. I put myself through college.

I got an accounting degree. I ended up raising my children I know that I ended up right where I'm supposed to be. The best part of my job is when we're actually able to be out there speaking to the residents and learning the incredible impact we've had in their lives.

and all my great grandchildren. They all come over: “Grandma, but I gotta get it out of here. I know I don't need to eat all this.

the pilot will lead to many more projects like this that can impact thousands of more people throughout this region. sure housing is health care. Disaster preparedness and response We help communities prepare for weather-related emergencies and respond quickly when crises occur.

Through community collaborations, targeted grants and product donations, we support organizations providing critical resources — including emergency relief, shelter, food access, mental health support and long-term recovery — when they are needed most. We also support our colleagues during times of crisis through the Employee Relief Fund by providing fast, direct financial assistance to colleagues in need.

Colleagues can support one another through donations as well as through volunteerism. Learn how during extreme weather events, CVS Health is leveraging technology to safeguard the people we serve During the California wildfires and Texas flooding, we activated response teams to keep care accessible.

Our purpose-driven colleagues put their hearts into causes they care about, donating time and money to their communities: they help at food pantries, lead support groups and fundraise. For many of these organizations, the hours and in-kind support they receive through volunteerism are a major driver of their operations.

That’s why we are committed to supporting our colleagues who are passionate about giving back to their local communities. Funded through the Foundation, our Volunteer Challenge Grant program supports nonprofit organizations where our colleagues donate their time, with grants ranging from $150 to $3,000.

The more hours our colleagues give — starting with just 10 logged hours — the more support the nonprofit of their choice can receive from the Foundation. CVS Health is working alongside Ronald McDonald House through a $600,000 grant to expand volunteer programs that support families with children receiving medical care.

Colleagues nationwide are preparing meals, hosting activities and creating comforting spaces that help families find warmth and stability during difficult moments.

Meet volunteers making an impact on their communities Dan’s team volunteers together at a meal center Tracie offers hope to bereaved families Crystal supports students and their families The CVS Health Foundation The CVS Health Foundation (the “Foundation”) has a proud history of supporting local communities across various regions throughout the United States.

The Foundation is dedicated to uniting communities to address health challenges in collaboration with a wide range of nonprofit grantees. The Foundation collaborates on programs that enhance health outcomes, with focus areas including mental well-being, healthy aging, maternal health, health impacts from extreme weather and chronic conditions like cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

It also helps lay the groundwork for a healthier future by assisting organizations that address food security and promote educational opportunities. Additionally, the CVS Health Foundation supports CVS Health colleagues by backing the causes that are most meaningful to them through its Matching Gifts, Volunteer Challenge Grants and Children of Colleague Scholarship programs.

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