Grant Center
Each year, Blue Shield of California Foundation awards approximately $30 million in grants, which are distributed through our three Program Areas:
- Health Care and Coverage
- Health and Technology
- Blue Shield Against Violence
Grant Center Highlights
Award Types
Blue Shield of California Foundation awards grants for project support and provides limited general operating support grants through an invitation-only initiative process.
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Eligibility Guidelines
Complete eligibility guidelines for Blue Shield of California Foundation grants are available here.
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How to Apply
The Foundation recently launched a new online grant application process to speed information sharing. Letters of Inquiry (LOI’s) are accepted on a rolling basis, and funding decisions are made by the Blue Shield of California Foundation Board of Trustees four times per year. Grants range in size from $1,000 to over $1 million. Our average grant size is approximately $55,000.
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Online Application FAQs
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions related to our online application process.
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Grant Applicant FAQs
Have a question about Blue Shield of California Foundation grant making? Review our grantmaking FAQs.
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Search Grants Awarded
Database of past grant awards.
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Distribution of Funds
Breakdown of Blue Shield of California grant funding over time.
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Grantee Resources
All Blue Shield of California Foundation grantees are required to submit periodic reports to the Foundation. Grantees may log in to our online system and access progress reports for completion.
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