The Cigna Group Foundation Announces First Grantee Cohort of Health Equity Impact Fund

Core Insights - The Cigna Group Foundation has launched The Cigna Group Health Equity Impact Fund, allocating $9 million over three years to support 15 nonprofits in Hartford, CT, and Houston, TX, aimed at reducing health disparities [1][5] Group 1: Grant Program Overview - The first round of grant recipients includes 15 nonprofits focused on addressing health disparities in Hartford and Houston [1][2] - The fund will operate on a hyper-local level, starting with Hartford and Houston, with the first cohort receiving a total of $3 million [2] Group 2: Hartford Initiatives - Seven organizations in Hartford received funding, including Charter Oak Health Center and Hartford Public Library, to support Black and Hispanic adults aged 18 and older [3] - Services funded include increasing access to health screenings, transportation, and culturally appropriate care through mobile units and community health workers [3] Group 3: Houston Initiatives - Eight organizations in Houston received funding, including the American Heart Association and the Hispanic Health Coalition, to support Hispanic adults aged 18 and older [4] - Funded services include implementing a diabetes reversal program, creating pop-up grocery stores, and providing nutrition education [4] Group 4: Broader Philanthropic Commitment - The Cigna Group Foundation has committed over $27 million in grants over the next three years to various initiatives, including youth and veteran mental health, alongside the Health Equity Impact Fund [5]