Our Grant and Sponsorship Programs: Supporting Community Efforts
The focus of our grant programs is to support organizations that promote health and wellness and/or provide access to health care for underserved Illinois residents.
Please note: we do not fund hospitals or hospital programs, individual schools or universities, political campaigns or religious activities. An organization can either receive a grant or a sponsorship, but not both.
Community Affairs Advisory Board Grants
Community Affairs Advisory Board (CAAB) grants are for 501(c)(3) organizations that promote health and wellness in some way. Awards in the $5,000 to $25,000 range are given annually and can be used for either program or general operating costs. First-time grantees typically receive $5,000 to $10,000. BCBSIL’s CAAB, which is made up of a number of senior level executives, reviews the applications received and makes funding decisions. An organization’s ability to define and measure outcomes weighs heavily in the decision-making process. Applications are due no later than March 31, and grants will be given in June for the funding period of July 1, 2011 and June 30, 2012.
Healthy Kids, Healthy Families Grants
New Funding Opportunities for Healthy Kids, Healthy Families Initiative
New in 2011, we are pleased to introduce a grant program as part of the Healthy Kids, Healthy Families initiative. These grants will invest in opportunities that are designed to improve the health status of children through nutrition education, physical activity, disease prevention and management, and supporting safe environments.
View for more information and to apply for a grant 
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Sponsorships
BCBSIL reviews sponsorship requests throughout the year. Sponsorships are for events that offer BCBSIL an opportunity for community visibility and organizational publicity. Examples of sponsorship requests could include galas, dinners/luncheons, golf outings, seminars/conferences and similar activities. Sponsorships do not require 501(c)(3) status. A three-month lead time is needed. Sponsorship awards are typically in the $250 to $5,000 range.
If you have an application in process or to view a previously submitted application, please use this link to
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Questions? E-mail Regina High Community Investments Manager.
