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The CVS Health Foundation is granting $1 million to 20 nonprofits in Rhode Island to improve healthcare access and community health. Focused on nutritious food, housing, and education, the funding aims to foster healthier communities. These grants are part of an ongoing commitment to public health and have already contributed $8 million since 2022. Notable recipients include Connecting for Children and Families, which will enhance services at its Family Center. The foundation also supports workforce development programs and free health screenings across the region.
Rhode Island – The CVS Health Foundation is contributing $1 million in general operating grants to 20 nonprofit organizations located in Rhode Island as part of its Hometown Fund initiative. The grants are aimed at improving healthcare accessibility and addressing various community health needs through a focus on nutritious food, supportive housing, and educational resources.
Sheryl Burke, the president of CVS Health Foundation, highlighted the foundation’s commitment to enhancing health outcomes in local communities across Rhode Island. The awarded organizations are expected to utilize the funding to implement programs that will create healthier environments for residents.
Among the organizations receiving the grants is Connecting for Children and Families, which plans to use its funding to improve services at its Front Street Family Center. This center will provide comprehensive support, including access to nutritious food and case management to families in need. The organization aims to tackle broader health challenges beyond food access alone, ensuring a holistic approach to community health.
In total, the CVS Health Foundation has invested $8 million in grants since 2022 to support a variety of local organizations in the Greater Hartford and Rhode Island regions. Other grant recipients from this recent cycle include Adoption Rhode Island, Aldersbridge Communities, Amos House, Clinica Esperanza/Hope Clinic, and the Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center, among others. These organizations also share a common goal of improving community health through targeted interventions and resources.
The CVS Health Foundation’s commitment to public health extends beyond these grants. The foundation runs the Project Health initiative, which offers free health screenings throughout the country. In Rhode Island alone, more than 1,300 health screenings were conducted last year, providing essential health assessments and resources to individuals who may not otherwise have access to such services.
Additionally, CVS Health supports workforce development through its Workforce Innovation and Talent Center located in Woonsocket. This initiative offers free training programs and access to health services, which are vital for preparing residents for employment in the health sector and ensuring a healthier workforce.
The foundation’s impact is not limited to Rhode Island. In parallel to the state-specific grants, CVS Health is also awarding $1 million in operating grants to 20 organizations around the Hartford area that have similar health improvement goals. Malta House of Care is one of the notable beneficiaries in this area, intending to expand its offerings of free behavioral health care and education services to uninsured adult populations in Greater Hartford.
Overall, these initiatives and grant awards underscore CVS Health Foundation’s ongoing efforts to enhance health equity and access to essential services across the communities it serves. The funding not only aims to improve healthcare accessibility but also supports foundational resources that contribute to long-term community well-being.
With the substantial funding distributed to various organizations, the CVS Health Foundation emphasizes a collaborative approach to addressing public health challenges, reinforcing a commitment to fostering healthier communities in both Rhode Island and Connecticut.
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