BlueCross Healthy Places Grant

BlueCross Healthy Places aims to enhance community health by creating accessible spaces for physical activity. This initiative focuses on developing features like community gathering spots, fitness areas, and playgrounds tailored to local needs. The program encourages collaboration with both government and non-profit organizations to ensure projects are community-driven and inclusive. By prioritizing public access and community input, BlueCross Healthy Places seeks to foster healthier lifestyles and stronger community bonds.

BlueCross Healthy Places encompass a variety of features, from accessible play spaces to paved walking paths. We’ll work with you to select the amenities that best meet the needs of the area you serve.
BlueCross Healthy Place could include:

• Community SpacesLocation-Specific DesignsAdult FitnessSports Courts/FieldsAccessible ElementsPlaygrounds

Eligibility

The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation works with both government entities and non-profit organizations to create BlueCross Healthy Places.Applying organizations must:Be the legal titleholder of the property with full approval to execute the project and ensure site readinessSeek community input on project priorities before proposal submissionProvide metes and bounds documentation and most recent land survey upon submissionYour proposed project must:Be free and open to the publicDemonstrate a community benefit and include community inputInclude a project implementation timelineAgree to exclusive BlueCross Healthy Place branding and naming rights

Ineligibility

We are unable to provide funds for:Purchasing landPrivate clubs or propertyReligious programmingIndividual schoolsStaffing payCo-branded projects