The Cigna Group Foundation Opens 2026 Youth Mental Health Grant Program To Support Youth, Families and Communities

Core Insights - The Cigna Group Foundation has launched its 2026 Improving Youth Mental Health grant program to address rising youth mental health challenges [1][3] - The foundation is committed to a $9 million, three-year initiative aimed at improving youth mental health, having already allocated over $7 million to 53 nonprofit organizations [5] - An analysis by The Cigna Group's Evernorth Research Institute indicates a 28% increase in young people with mental health conditions since 2018, with a 48% rise in those with multiple diagnoses [6] Grant Program Details - Nonprofit organizations can apply for grants totaling $150,000, focusing on community-based solutions for youth mental health [4] - The foundation prioritizes applications that enhance social-emotional learning, trauma-informed care, and family-school partnerships [8] - Eligible organizations must operate in at least one of the ten priority states: Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Texas [4] Community Engagement - The Cigna Group Foundation combines financial support with employee volunteering to amplify community impact [2] - The foundation emphasizes the importance of community organizations that provide tailored support to young people and their caregivers [3][8] - Organizations serving diverse communities are particularly encouraged to apply for the grant program [7]