Nine Florida Nonprofit Programs, Organizations And Individuals Receive Florida Blue Foundation Sapphire Award For Community Health Improvement And Share $525,000 In Support
ORLANDO, Fla. – [April 04, 2024] - The Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of Florida Blue, is honoring nine recipients doing exemplary work in their local communities to improve health outcomes and increase access to health care services and support. The Florida Blue Foundation announced the winners at its annual Sapphire Awards ceremony on April 3 in Orlando. The awardees will share $525,000, allowing each to continue focusing on ideas and solutions aimed at improving health at the
Florida Blue Foundation Announces 2024 Food Security Grant Applications Now Open
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (March 29, 2024) –Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate for the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, has announced that applications for their 2024 Food Security Grant program is now open. The goal of the Food Security program is to improve access to affordable, healthy, and nutritional foods for vulnerable populations who live in food insecure communities. The Florida Blue Foundation seeks to fund programs that support vulnerable populations who struggle to
4Roots Joins Partners to Establish Culinary Health Institute
ORLANDO, Fla. – [March 27, 2024] – In furthering its mission to build a healthier community by improving food quality and access, 4Roots announced today the establishment of the Culinary Health Institute (CHI) on its Farm Campus in The Packing District. In collaboration with founding partners, AdventHealth, Florida Blue Foundation and Gordon Food Service, CHI strives to understand how different growing methods for food impact nutrient quality, and how consuming high nutrient quality foods can impact
Greater Orlando Sports Commission Announces Date And Featured Speaker For 2024 Celebrating Women In Sports
ORLANDO, Fla. (March 8, 2024) – The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) is proud to announce that the 6th Annual Celebrating Women in Sports luncheon presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute will be hosted at Addition Financial Arena on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. In addition to Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute returning as the presenting sponsor, Florida Blue is returning as the sponsor of the fireside chat with featured speaker, Doris Burke. “We are thrilled to
Cost-Effective Health Solutions for Small Businesses Panel - 3/29
Florida Blue is hosting a FREE event in partnership with the National Entrepreneur Center (NEC) on the topic of “Cost-Effective Health Solutions for Small Businesses” on Friday, March 29th from 9am-11am. Join our panel of experts to learn how small businesses can provide access to top medical providers, use innovative tools and programs, and connect your employees with health solutions that are high-quality and cost-effective. Space is limited! To register, please
Florida Blue Foundation Gives More Than $1 Million to Help UCF Address Barriers to Health
Florida Blue Foundation Gives More Than $1 Million to Help UCF Address Barriers to HealthThe gift will help UCF medical students expand health care services for the homeless and support an endowed professorship to leverage the power of nursingVISUALS: Photos of College of Medicine students caring for homeless patients and photos and video of UCF nursing students are available
Clermont & Winter Park Florida Blue Centers Hosting Free Events
The Clermont and Winter Park Florida Blue Centers are hosting a no-cost special event and everyone in the community is invited, Florida Blue member or not.Blue Concierge is a suite of personalized services available at all Florida Blue Centers. To celebrate the first anniversary of the Blue Concierge offerings, the Clermont and Winter Park Florida Blue Center locations will host a FREE event open to the public.Attendees will enjoy chair massages, an interactive bath salt activity and learn more about the
Survey Shows Only Half Of Florida Residents Understand How To Buy Insurance, Economic Concerns Persist
ORLANDO, FLA. (January 11, 2024) – In Florida, the state that consistently leads the nation in enrollment on the Health Insurance Marketplace (sometimes called Obamacare or Affordable Care Act), new research is revealing what drives consumers when shopping for health insurance. According to the new Florida Blue Shopping and Communications Study, which surveyed more than 400 Floridians to better understand the support consumers need when selecting a health insurance plan, almost half (49 percent) of
Florida Health Care Plans Announces Appointment of Stephen Keen, MD, FAAFP as President and CEO
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla – (Dec. 13, 2023) – Florida Health Care Plans (FHCP), a pioneering provider of health insurance plans and integrated health care solutions serving over 100,000 members in Flagler, Volusia, Seminole, Brevard, and St. Johns counties and part of the GuideWell family of health solution companies, announced today the appointment of Stephen Keen, MD, FAAFP as President and CEO. Effective January 1, 2024, Keen will succeed Dave Schandel, who has led FHCP as President and CEO for four years and
Fortune Media and Great Place To Work Name Florida Blue to 2023 Best Workplaces for Women List, Ranking No. 38
JACKSONVILLE, FLA. — Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have selected Florida Blue, the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan and the leading health insurer in Florida, as one of the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ . This is Florida Blue’s first time being named to this prestigious list, this year coming in at No. 38. Earning a spot means that Florida Blue is one of the best companies to work for in the country. Of the nine health care companies included on the list, Florida Blue ranked third
VyStar Celebrates National Veterans and Military Families Month
Events Throughout November will Honor Veterans and Active-Duty Service Members Jacksonville, Florida - VyStar is celebrating National Veterans and Military Families Month and Veterans Day by offering special product offers, community events and recognitions to honor past and present military members and their families in North and Central Florida and Georgia. Supporting the brave men and women of our military and their families has been a focus of our credit union since we were founded at Naval Air
More than 86,000 Medicare-Eligible Individuals in Seminole County To Pick A Plan During The Annual Election Period For Medicare Starting October 15
(SEMINOLE COUNTY, FL) - Florida Blue Medicare released details of its 2024 Medicare offerings. The plans aim to provide Florida residents with high quality, affordable plans that meet their evolving health needs. New benefits and perks from Florida Blue Medicare will ensure members can access personalized, wrap-around and support services whether at the doctor’s office, while traveling or at home. The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period opens Oct. 15, and runs through Dec. 7, for coverage effective Jan. 1,
Florida Blue Foundation Announces $3.1 Million In Grants To 10 Organizations To Enhance Mental Health Support
The latest announcement brings the total investment in mental well-being support to $16.5 million over the last four years JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Oct. 16, 2023) –Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate for the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, announced a $3.1 million investment to enhance mental health for children, teens, families and older adults. Ten nonprofit organizations across the state share in the investment, which support community-based programs and partnerships that
Florida Blue Foundation invests $14.5 million over four years to improve food security and health outcomes
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Oct. 4, 2023) –Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate for the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, announced it is awarding $3.3 million in grants to nine community-based programs across the state to improve access to healthy food in food deserts and other rural communities where Floridians have limited access to affordable, healthy food options. The latest funding brings the total investment in food security programs from Florida Blue Foundation to more than
Florida Blue Medicare presents the Eat to the Beat Concert Series and Florida Blue Member Lounge during the EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE
ORLANDO, Fla. – 9/19/2023 Florida Blue Medicare, the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare plan and an Official Sponsor of Walt Disney World® Resort, will help bring guests amazing experiences and a little magic this fall through a special lounge and concert series sponsorship during the EPCOT® International Food & Wine Festival. “We're thrilled to continue our relationship with our neighbors at Walt Disney World® Resort,” said Camille Harrison, executive vice president, Medicare and Chief
Dr. Joel C. Hunter To Receive First Annual Legacy Award at Dave’s House Party 2023 on October 7 at the Orlando Museum of Art
To celebrate Dr. Joel C. Hunter’s dedication to ending homelessness, he will be presented with the first annual “Dr. Joel C. Hunter Legacy Award” at Dave’s House Party 2023 on Saturday, October 7th. Supporters will celebrate at the Orlando Museum of Art by enjoying live music throughout the night, a performance by Todd Tilghman, NBC’s The Voice winner, delightful hors d’oeuvres, an open bar, and a silent auction. Dave’s House Executive Director, Ellen O’Connor, stated “We appreciate the work Dr.
Dave’s House Announces Their VIP Experience for Dave’s House Party 2023!
Dave’s House launches its VIP experience at this year’s Dave’s House Party, happening on Saturday, October 7th, at the Orlando Museum of Art. Dave’s House Party is Orlando’s premiere event, where attendees will enjoy live piano and harp music throughout the night, and guests can stroll the museum while enjoying delightful hors d’oeuvres, an open bar, and a silent auction. Highlights of the evening will include a performance by Todd Tilghman, NBC’s The Voice Season 18 winner, and a presentation of the
Florida Blue Provides $100,000 To Aid Floridians In Hurricane Idalia Recovery
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Aug. 31, 2023) – Florida Blue, the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, announced an initial $100,000 donation to support relief and recovery efforts across the state of Florida to help communities hardest hit by Hurricane Idalia. "Idalia is the strongest storm to hit Florida's Big Bend region in more than a century and brought heavy winds, rains and catastrophic flooding," said Pat Geraghty, president & CEO of GuideWell and Florida Blue. "Like many rural communities, this area of
Dave’s House Announces Morgan and Morgan as Title Sponsor for Dave’s House Party 2023!
Morgan & Morgan, America’s largest injury law firm, will be this year’s title sponsor for Dave’s House Party 2023 at the Orlando Museum of Art on October 7, 2023. There will be live piano and harp music throughout the night and guests can stroll the museum while enjoying delightful hors d’oeuvres, open bar and a silent auction. Highlights of the evening will include a performance by Todd Tilghman, NBC’s The Voice Season 18 winner and a presentation of the first annual “Dr. Joel C. Hunter Legacy Award”
Applications for 2024 Sapphire Awards Now Open
We are reaching out to let you know that nomination applications for the Florida Blue Foundation 2024 Sapphire Awards competition are now open!The deadline to submit an application is 5:00 p.m. Eastern time on September 26, 2023.The 2024 Sapphire Awards will honor outstanding programs, organizations, and individuals that excel at one or more of the following:Focus at a hyper-local level on improving physical health, mental well-being, or access to health care and/or health care
Florida Blue Foundation announces $400,000 grant to Boys & Girls Clubs of America to address youth
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Aug. 22, 2023) – The Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of the state’s leading health insurer, announced today that it is providing a $400,000 grant to Boys & Girls Clubs of America to help combat the youth mental health crisis. The grant is part of a larger commitment from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association through which Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) companies across the country will collectively invest more than $10 million over four years to help Boys & Girls
Florida Blue Centers Hosting “Back to School” Events Saturday, August 5th: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Grab your friends and family and join your local Florida Blue Centers on Saturday, August 5th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for school supply and backpack giveaways*, interactive activities for all ages, live music, and more! Plus, enjoy healthy refreshments as you kickoff the start of the upcoming school year and learn about local community organizations in the area. Everyone is welcome! You do not need to be a Florida Blue member to participate and there is no cost to attend. This is an event you won’t
Upcoming FL Blue Medicare Events Winter Park + Blood Drive
Below are some upcoming events taking place at our Winter Park Florida Blue Center location. Participants do not need to be Florida Blue Members to participate. There is no-cost to attend. Monday, July 10th - “Sun & Plant” Gardening Class 12-1 p.m. Florida Blue Center – Winter Park 434 N. Orlando Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789 Description: Medicare Social invites you to Sun and Plant. Unleash your creativity and a healthier you! Join us for a gardening class at your local Florida Blue Center.
Holocaust Center Honors Tony Jenkins on behalf of Florida Blue and the Florida Blue Foundation with the 2023 Tess Wise White Rose Award
Orlando, FL (May 2, 2023) – The Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Florida (HMREC) honors Florida Blue and the Florida Blue Foundation, led by Central Florida Market President, Tony Jenkins, with the 2023 Tess Wise White Rose Award. The award was presented during the annual White Rose Tribute Event held on April 27, 2023, at the Orlando Science Center. To view video and images from the event visit: https://www.holocaustedu.org/white-rose-tribute-event-2023/. The Tess Wise White Rose Award,
GuideWell Releases 2022 Impact Report Highlighting Comprehensive Approach to Improving Health Outcom
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GuideWell Mutual Holding Corporation ("GuideWell"), the policyholder-owned, not-for-profit parent to a family of forward-thinking companies focused on advancing health care, today published its 2022 Impact Report. The report captures GuideWell's organizational efforts to provide solutions that contribute to improving "whole person health." It details the company's integrated approach to ensuring its health plan members and the communities it serves
Florida Blue Foundation honors nine with Sapphire Awards for addressing mental well-being, provides
April 13, 2023 (ORLANDO, FL) - The Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of Florida Blue, is honoring nine recipients who are doing exemplary work to provide mental health care services and support to those who otherwise may not have access to this type of care. The Florida Blue Foundation announced the winners at its annual Sapphire Awards ceremony on April 12 in Orlando. The awardees will share $525,000 that will allow them to continue to focus on ideas and programs to improve access to