South Florida - The Florida Blue Foundation is now accepting grant applications from Florida-based nonprofit organizations across the state who are dedicated to advancing maternal health. 

The Foundation seeks to fund community-inspired, evidence-based, and sustainable initiatives that support innovative and actionable solutions to improve maternal health outcomes, bridge health disparities, and secure equitable access to quality maternal health care services across the state of Florida. The aim is to transform Florida into a state where maternal health is safer, and under-resourced or marginalized communities are supported, embodying a commitment to the health and well-being of all mothers and babies. 

Florida Blue Foundation will provide three- and four-year grants to nonprofit organizations that have documented expertise and experience in creating more equitable maternal health outcomes. Programs should provide women equitable access to quality maternal health services and support throughout each stage of pregnancy and beyond. 

If your organization is passionate about creating positive change for mothers and babies in Florida, you are encouraged to apply. Eligible applicants must complete and submit an online application by Thursday, September 12, 2024, 3:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). All applicants will be notified of their status between December 2024 – January 2025. 

To learn more Watch an informational webinar on the Maternal Health grant program. Additional details can be found at www.floridablue.com/foundation. 

About the Florida Blue Foundation:  The Florida Blue Foundation enables healthy communities by making grants, building coalitions and embracing solutions that create a meaningful impact in its communities. More than 8 million Floridians have received services as a result of its community investments since its founding in 2001. The Florida Blue Foundation’s programs are focused on advancing mental well-being, improving health equity, impacting food security and addressing systemic racism and resulting health disparities. Florida Blue Foundation is a trade name of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida Foundation, Inc., an Independent Licensee of Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. For more information, please visit www.FloridaBlueFoundation.com.