Grants
We support projects that improve health outcomes and increase access to care here in the Palmetto State. Explore the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation grant programs in more detail.
We have 2 cycles for grant applications a year.
Learn how our application process works.
We have a unique position as a statewide health funder that allows us to support select systemic population health issues and approaches across South Carolina.
Funding Priorities
The Foundation focuses on programs and initiatives that are closely aligned with our health priorities and evolving approaches. These areas have been identified to improve health outcomes and decrease health disparities in the Palmetto State.
- Health Priorities
Much of the Foundation’s current funding falls within the health priorities identified here. Projects outside of these three conditions are considered as they relate to evolving approaches and select initiatives.
Oral Health
Improving the oral health care system by increasing access, enhancing workforce development and supporting quality and innovation
Mental Health
Building resilience and well-being for youth and families by strengthening the mental health workforce, improving quality and coordination of mental health care and enhancing collaboration in communities to support families
Diabetes
In partnership with Diabetes Free SC, we're aligning the efforts of diabetes-focused community partners across the Palmetto State
- Evolving Approaches
We make special calls for proposals related to evolving approaches that address the following areas:
Access to Care
- Support safety net providers to provide primary physical and mental health care
- Implement evidence-based or innovative models to increase accessibility of health care services
Building a Stronger Workforce for Health
- Support projects to increase the number of health care professionals
- Support health care career development through evidence-based or innovative approaches to advance skills
Improving the Quality and Value of Health and Health Care
- Quality improvement projects that yield cost and resource efficiencies through innovative approaches and solutions
Investing in the Health and Well-Being of South Carolina Children and Families
- Support projects that foster environments and settings that encourage healthy eating and active lifestyles
- Support projects that focus on the integration of mental health and adverse childhood experiences
- Support projects that focus on population health improvement through intentional collaboration across multiple sectors to connect the non-health factors that influence health
Research and Special Projects
- Support projects to inform, influence and support our Areas of Focus and our Mission. These projects may fall outside of an established area of focus yet would generate value-added information relevant to the health needs of the economically vulnerable population in South Carolina
Additional Questions about grants?
Grant Program Details
If your organization meets the Grant Eligibility requirements, and your proposed project corresponds with our funding priorities, then we invite you to explore the application process using the "How to Apply" button.
Applicants, please also take a moment to note the following funding restrictions.
Meet past grant recipients
Explore recipients of Foundation funding from previous grant cycles.
Get in Touch
Questions about the Foundation? Reach out to our team.
Phone:
Email: info.foundation@bcbssc.com
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