The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Foundation for Community & Health Advancement partners with organizations that are transforming health in Arizona to amplify their impact.

Grant opportunities are available for Arizona-based organizations that are seeking funding related to the Foundation’s focus areas. The Foundation offers grant opportunities for programs and applied research projects, and supports a select number of charitable events each year.

Chronic health conditions
Working to reduce the impact of chronic health issues by expanding access to screenings, medication and medical care, and lifestyle management.

Health equity
Addressing the social determinants of health in order to increase health equity and amplify every Arizonan’s chances of well-being.

Mental health
Expanding statewide resources, reducing stigma about mental health, and connecting people to care that promotes positive mental health and saves lives.

Substance use disorder
Investing in prevention, treatment, and recovery in order to reduce overdose-related deaths.

Substance use disorder
Investing in prevention, treatment, and recovery in order to reduce overdose-related deaths.

Mental health
Expanding statewide resources, reducing stigma about mental health, and connecting people to care that promotes positive mental health and saves lives.

Funding priority is given to projects that expand publicly-available resources, are scalable (or have the potential to increase systems-level capacity), and have a measurable impact.

Funding opportunities at a glance

The Foundation will open four grant cycles in 2025 – including three by invitation only – to target the healthcare provider shortage, lack of health equity, and emerging and urgent mental health needs.

We will continue to work with the Arizona Community Foundation (ACF) to manage grant applications and administration. All Arizona-based nonprofits, academic institutions, and recognized government entities applying for AZ Blue Foundation funding must have an active account with ACF.