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    Funder Type

    Corporate Foundation

    IT Classification

    B - Readily funds technology as part of an award

    Authority

    Cigna Foundation

    Summary

    Cigna Foundation World of Difference Grants provide significant support for projects aimed at eliminating health disparities and supporting Health Equity.

    The World of Difference focus is on giving every individual the best opportunity to achieve a healthier, more secure life. Through this grant program, we will work together with dedicated non-profit partners, and use the knowledge and expertise of Cigna's professionals, to help people overcome barriers to their health and well-being related to factors such as ethnicity, race, gender, age, education, economic status or place of residence. 

    Organizations applying for World of Difference grants will be expected to demonstrate that their programs follow this general model:

    • People - Identify a target population not currently able to achieve their best health
    • Impact - Construct a program that will make sure those people can and do pursue healthy opportunities
    • Metrics - Set specific goals and test results in a way that will encourage constant improvement
    • Sustainability - Demonstrate a commitment and ability to deliver opportunities over the long term
     

    History of Funding

    Awards, recognitions and collaborations can be viewed on the Cigna Community webpage. 

    Additional Information

    The following will not be considered:
    • Grants to individuals or to organizations established to benefit one individual or group
    • Capital campaigns 
    • Fraternal organizations
    • Organizations or programs whose mission includes a substantial element of social, religious or political advocacy
    • Faith-based organizations, unless the activities being funded are accessible to the general public and are not aimed at promoting one religion or faith over any other
    • Groups or projects that discriminate or restrict services based on factors of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, domestic partner status, genetic information or citizenship status

    Contacts

    Cigna Foundation Staff

    Cigna Foundation Staff
    P.O. Box 2248
    Princeton, NJ 08543-2248
    (866) 865-5277
     

  • Eligibility Details

    All organizations requesting funding must be current 501(c)(3) public charities.  A single qualified organization can submit applications for several different projects. 

    Since the foundation looks for projects that have a potential for volunteerism by the Cigna team, preference is given to communities where Cigna has a significant presence.

    Deadline Details

    Applications are considered on a rolling basis throughout the year. However, programs applying for a grant after November 1 cannot expect to receive funding until the next calendar year. 

    Award Details

    Award amounts vary based on proposal.


    Pilot grants in the target range of $75,000-$125,000 will cover the initial year of collaboration. After that pilot period, projects that meet grant-specific objectives may be offered additional funding at appropriate levels. A typical first-year, pilot-level award is $100,000.

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